The scientist has marched in and taken the place of the poet. But one day somebody will find the solution to the problems of the world and remember, it will be a poet, not a scientist.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Science currently dominates problem-solving, but poetic insight will ultimately solve global issues.
- In plain terms
- Science is popular now, but poets will solve world problems.
- What can you take from it?
- Creative insight is vital for solving complex problems.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who should solve big problems?
- Is art or science more useful?
Another view
Scientific methods have solved many practical global problems.
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