Equipped with his five senses, man explores the universe around him and calls the adventure Science.
Edwin Powell HubbleRead
At the last dim horizon, we search among ghostly errors of observations for landmarks that are scarcely more substantial. The search will continue. The urge is older than history. It is not satisfied and it will not be oppressed.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects humanity's relentless quest for understanding and discovery in the universe.
Edwin Powell Hubble emphasizes the enduring human drive to explore and understand the cosmos, even in the face of uncertainty and the intangible nature of our observations. The idea that our search for knowledge is an ancient and unsatisfiable urge highlights both the challenges and the intrinsic motivation that propel us forward, regardless of the nebulous nature of existence and our observations.
Themes
ExplorationKnowledgeCuriosityUniverseHumanity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used to inspire students in a science class about the importance of exploration.
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