Quote by Jean Rostand
Science had better not free the minds of men too much, before it has tamed their instincts.
Summary
This quote suggests that while scientific progress has the potential to liberate and expand human thinking, it should not do so at the expense of controlling and restraining human desires and impulses. It implies that an excess of intellectual freedom could lead to chaos or irresponsible behavior if people's instincts and natural inclinations are not reined in or regulated. There is a cautionary tone, emphasizing the need for a balance between scientific enlightenment and maintaining societal order.
By Jean Rostand