It is always with excitement that I wake up in the morning wondering what my intuition will toss up to me, like gifts from the sea. I work with it and rely on it. It's my partner.
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In my view, art and the approach to life through art, using it as a vehicle for education and even for doing science is so vital that it is part of a great new revolution that is taking place. I believe we are entering a whole new epoch.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Art is essential for education and scientific progress, marking a new era in society.
Jonas Salk emphasizes the importance of art in shaping not only our educational systems but also our scientific endeavors. He suggests that the integration of art into various facets of life is crucial and signifies the beginning of a transformative period that can lead to significant advancements in society.
Themes
ArtEducationScienceRevolutionEpoch
In practice
Example use cases
During a lecture on the importance of interdisciplinary studies, a teacher quoted Jonas Salk to highlight how art can enhance learning.
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