"Everything in science depends on what one..." - Quote by Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe
Everything in science depends on what one calls an aperçu, on becoming aware of what is at the bottom of the phenomena. Such becoming aware is infinitely fertile.
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“Not the maker of plans and promises, but rather the one who offers faithful service in small matters. This is the person who is most likely to achieve what is good and lasting.”
“Misunderstandings and neglect occasion more mischief in the world than malice and wickedness.”
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