Content may dwell in all stations. To be low but above contempt may be high enough to be happy.
Thomas BrowneRead
No one should approach the temple of science with the soul of a money changer.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Science should be pursued for knowledge and truth, not for profit.
This quote by Thomas Browne emphasizes the importance of approaching scientific endeavors with integrity and genuine curiosity rather than a commercial or profit-driven mindset. It suggests that the pursuit of knowledge and truth in science is a noble quest that should not be tainted by materialistic motivations, as this can lead to a distortion of the scientific process and understanding.
Themes
ScienceIntegrityKnowledgeTruthEthics
In practice
Example use cases
During a lecture on the ethics of scientific research, this quote could serve as a reminder of the moral responsibilities that come with scientific inquiry.
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