Quote by Viktor Schauberger

If I am a fool then it is no misfortune, for then only one more fool will wander this Earth. Amongst the millions of mentally deranged it would barely be noticed. But what if I am not a fool, and that science itself has erred? Then the tragedy is incalculable!

If I am a fool then it is no misfortune, for then only one m

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker contemplates the distinction between being a fool and challenging widely accepted beliefs or scientific errors. If the speaker is indeed a fool, it is inconsequential as there are already countless mentally unstable individuals. However, if the speaker is not a fool and proves scientific error, it would be an immeasurable tragedy, implying that the prevailing trust in science would be severely undermined. This quote reflects a contemplation on the consequences of challenging established ideas and the potential impact it can have on society's understanding of truth.

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By Viktor Schauberger

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