Quote by Alexis Carrel

A few observation and much reasoning lead to error; many observations and a little reasoning to truth.

A few observation and much reasoning lead to error; many obs

Summary

This quote recognizes that relying solely on a few observations can often lead to erroneous conclusions. It suggests that without thorough observation and analysis, our certainty in a particular belief or truth may be misleading. Conversely, by collecting numerous observations and utilizing even a small amount of reasoning, we increase the likelihood of uncovering accurate insights and arriving at the truth. It highlights the importance of incorporating both observation and reasoning in our pursuit of knowledge and understanding.

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By Alexis Carrel

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