Quote by Galileo Galilei

In questions of science, the authority of a thousand is not worth the humble reasoning of a single individual.

In questions of science, the authority of a thousand is not

Summary

This quote suggests that in matters of science, the opinions and authorities of many people are insignificant compared to the modest and logical thinking of one individual. It emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and reason over blindly accepting the consensus or majority opinion. It encourages individuals to independently evaluate and question scientific claims rather than relying solely on the authority or consensus of others.

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By Galileo Galilei

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