'Quotes' Category
The Difference Between Theory and Practice
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice; In practice, there is. – Chuck Reid
Russell on Trouble, or More on Fundamentalism
The fundamental cause of trouble in the world today is that the stupid are cocksure while the intelligent are full of doubt. — Bertrand Russell So previously, I railed about the fundamentalism of science and religion. After reading this quote [onegoodmove.org] from Richard Dawkins’ recent release The God Delusion and the responses on that site, [...]
Zukav on Fundamentalism
Acceptance without proof is the fundamental characteristic of Western religion, rejection without proof is the fundamental characteristic of Western science. – Gary Zukav, “The Dancing Wu Li Masters” Excellent observation by Zukav. I think this is the biggest problem I have with both religion and science. The dogmatic rigidity of thought, where one cannot break [...]
Franklin on Liberty vs Safety
They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety. – Benjamin Franklin, Historical Review of Pennsylvania, 1759 The classic quote. Unfortunately, it propagates the idea that freedom and security are on different ends of the same spectrum. I for one believe you can have both liberty [...]
Mill on Silencing Opinion
If mankind minus one were of one opinion, then mankind is no more justified in silencing the one than the one – if he had the power – would be justified in silencing mankind. – John Stuart Mill
