The method of discovery and proof, whether by the senses or by the mind, is one and the same; and it is only by a right method of discovery that we can hope for a right method of proof.
— Francis Bacon Early Modern

Empiricism, scientific method

Share:

Details

Context

The Great Instauration

Date / Period

1620

Category

Controversial

Source

https://www.gutenberg.org/files/765/765-h/765-h.htm

Verification

Unverifiable

Explanation

Found in 1 providers: grok

Method

Cross Reference

Sources Checked

1 source

More from Francis Bacon

"Judges ought to remember that their office is jus dicere, and not jus dare; to interpret law, and not to make law, or give law."

Strange & Unusual

"The root of all evil is the love of money."

Controversial

"For there is no such flatterer as is a man's self."

Humorous

"A wise man will make more opportunities than he finds."

Humorous

"The greatest trust between man and man is the trust of giving counsel."

Strange & Unusual
View all sayings from Francis Bacon

Get This Quote on Merchandise

Premium quality, printed on demand. Ships worldwide.

Don't see what you're looking for? Email us for custom products