Famous quote by Pope Paul VI

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Physics does not change the nature of the world it studies, and no science of behavior can change the essential nature o
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"Physics does not change the nature of the world it studies, and no science of behavior can change the essential nature of man, even though both sciences yield technologies with a vast power to manipulate the subject matters"

- Pope Paul VI

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Pope Paul VI's quote speaks with the power of science and technology to control the world around us. He acknowledges that while physics and the science of behavior can yield effective innovations, they can not change the vital nature of the world or of male. This quote works as a suggestion that while science and innovation can be used to manipulate the world, they can not fundamentally change the nature of the world or of male. It is a tip that science and innovation need to be utilized properly and with regard for the natural order of the world. Ultimately, Pope Paul VI's quote serves as a caution against the misuse of science and innovation, and a pointer that we ought to utilize them properly and with regard for the natural order of the world.

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Italy Flag This quote is written / told by Pope Paul VI between September 26, 1897 and August 6, 1978. He/she was a famous Clergyman from Italy. The author also have 24 other quotes.

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