Quote by Noam Chomsky

Science is a bit like the joke about the drunk who is looking under a lamppost for a key that he has lost on the other side of the street, because that's where the light is. It has no other choice.

Science is a bit like the joke about the drunk who is lookin

Summary

This quote humorously captures the idea that science focuses on what it can observe and measure, even if it may not encompass the entire truth or reality. Like the drunk searching for his lost key under the lamppost because it provides light, scientists are compelled to investigate phenomena within their reach, even if it means overlooking important aspects that lie beyond their methods of inquiry. It sheds light on the limitations of scientific investigation and encourages us to consider other sources of knowledge and understanding beyond what science alone can provide.

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By Noam Chomsky

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