Famous quote by Jacob Bronowski

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Man masters nature not by force but by understanding. This is why science has succeeded where magic failed: because it h
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"Man masters nature not by force but by understanding. This is why science has succeeded where magic failed: because it has looked for no spell to cast over nature"

- Jacob Bronowski

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This quote by Jacob Bronowski speaks to the power of knowledge and understanding. He recommends that people are able to master nature not through strength, however through understanding. This is why science has actually been successful in its undertakings, while magic has failed. Science does not depend on spells or superstition, however instead looks for natural descriptions and services. Bronowski is stressing the significance of knowledge and understanding in order to get proficiency over nature. He is recommending that humans need to not rely on superstitious notion or magical thinking, but rather use their knowledge and comprehending to gain control over the natural world. By doing so, humans can utilize their understanding to create a better world for themselves and for future generations.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Jacob Bronowski between September 1, 1908 and August 22, 1974. He/she was a famous Scientist from England. The author also have 23 other quotes.

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