Academic journal · Scientific literatureThe whole of science is nothing more than a refinement of every day thinking.Albert Einstein1936★ 3.8
There are in fact two things, science and opinion; the former begets knowledge, the latter ignorance.Hippocrates370 BC★ 3.7
Scientific literatureIn the discovery of secret things and in the investigation of hidden causes, stronger reasons are obtained from sure experiments and demonstrated arguments than from probable conjectures and the opinions of philosophical speculators of the common sort.William GilbertDe Magnete · 1600★ 3.5
LetterIn disputes about natural phenomena one must begin not with the authority of Scriptural passage but with sensory experience and necessary demonstrations. For the Holy Scripture and nature derive equally from the Godhead, the former as the dictation of the Holy Spirit and the latter as the most obedient executrix of God's orders.Galileo Galilei1615★ 1.9