Hubert Reeves Quotes

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These are the limits of the scientific method and of logic itself, insofar as they must rely on language. Our words are built on the objects of our experience. They have acquired their effectiveness by adapting themselves to the occurrences of our everyday world. But when we approach realities of another scale, these words can become obstacles.

Hubert Reeves
We must nevertheless present all possible interpretations for each observation, so that competing theories can be formulated and defended. In science, as elsewhere, intellectual inertia, the fashions of the moment, the weight of institutions, and authoritarianism are always to be feared. Heresies play an essential role by keeping our minds argumentative and alert.

Hubert Reeves
But shouldn't the simple have already potentially encompassed the complex? Where were the seeds of complexity during the first three minutes of the universe?

Hubert Reeves
Knowledge of the cosmos is much more than a luxury for cultivated souls. It is the foundation of a cosmic consciousness. It casts light on the heavy responsibilities that have fallen upon us.

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In the beginning was the absolute rule of the flame: The universe was in limbo. Then after countless eras, the fires slowly abated like the sea at the outgoing tide. Matter awoke and organized itself; the flame gave way to music.

Hubert Reeves
The organization of the universe demands that matter abandon itself to the games of chance.

Hubert Reeves