Quote by Isaac Newton

I can calculate the motion of heavenly bodies, but not the madness of people.

I can calculate the motion of heavenly bodies, but not the m

Summary

This quote implies that the behavior or actions of people, characterized as madness, cannot be accurately predicted or understood, while the movement of celestial bodies can be mathematically calculated. It underscores the notion that human behavior is often irrational, unpredictable, and beyond the scope of scientific or logical calculation.

By Isaac Newton

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