Quote by Parker J. Palmer

Science requires an engagement with the world, a live encounter between the knower and the known.

Science requires an engagement with the world, a live encoun

Summary

This quote highlights the essential nature of active engagement in the scientific process. It emphasizes that scientific knowledge does not passively come to the knower but is cultivated through direct interaction with the subject matter. To truly understand and uncover the truths of the world, scientists must actively engage with their surroundings, conducting experiments, making observations, and exploring phenomena firsthand. This quote emphasizes the dynamic and intimate relationship between the knower and what is known, emphasizing the necessity for direct involvement and a hands-on approach in scientific endeavors.

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By Parker J. Palmer

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