Quote by Kelvin Throop III

Celestial navigation is based on the premise that the Earth is the center of the universe. The premise is wrong, but the navigation works. An incorrect model can be a useful tool.

Celestial navigation is based on the premise that the Earth

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This quote highlights the effectiveness of celestial navigation despite its faulty premise. It acknowledges that the belief of Earth as the center of the universe is incorrect, yet it doesn't negate the practicality of using this model for navigation. The quote suggests that even though an incorrect or flawed model may not align with reality, it can still serve as a valuable tool to achieve desired outcomes or objectives. It reminds us of the importance of pragmatism and the potential usefulness of ideas or concepts, irrespective of their accuracy in describing reality.

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