Quotes by Stephen Jay Gould

Explore a curated collection of 16 quotes by Stephen Jay Gould. Discover timeless wisdom, insightful thoughts, and memorable words that have inspired readers around the world. Browse through the gallery below and click on any quote to read more.

Skepticism is the agent of reason against organized irrationalism--and is therefore one of the keys to human social and — Stephen Jay Gould
We are here because one odd group of fishes had a peculiar fin anatomy that could transform into legs for terrestrial cr — Stephen Jay Gould
Science is not a heartless pursuit of objective information it is a creative human activity. — Stephen Jay Gould
We are the offspring of history, and must establish our own paths in this most diverse and interesting of conceivable un — Stephen Jay Gould
Why should our nastiness be the baggage of an apish past and our kindness uniquely human? Why should we not seek continu — Stephen Jay Gould
There are no shortcuts to moral insight. Nature is not intrinsically anything that can offer comfort or solace in human — Stephen Jay Gould
Obsolescence is a fate devoutly to be wished, lest science stagnate and die. — Stephen Jay Gould
Current utility and historical origin are different subjects. — Stephen Jay Gould
People, as curious primates, dote on concrete objects that can be seen and fondled. God dwells among the details, not in — Stephen Jay Gould
In science, 'fact' can only mean 'confirmed to such a degree that it would be perverse to withhold provisional assent.' — Stephen Jay Gould
Few tragedies can be more extensive than the stunting of life, few injustices deeper than the denial of an opportunity t — Stephen Jay Gould
Death is the ultimate enemy - and I find nothing reproachable in those who rage mightily against the dying of the light. — Stephen Jay Gould
What you see is that the most outstanding feature of life's history is a constant domination by bacteria. — Stephen Jay Gould
With copious evidence ranging from Plato's haughtiness to Beethoven's tirades, we may conclude that the most brilliant p — Stephen Jay Gould
If I don't make it, I'll be very sad that there are things I didn't do, but I'm happy that I've done what I have. — Stephen Jay Gould
We pass through this world but once. — Stephen Jay Gould