| Author |
Bacon, Francis, 1561-1626 |
| Annotator |
Ellis, Robert Leslie, 1817-1859 |
| Title |
Valerius Terminus: Of the Interpretation of Nature
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 51.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Mike Pullen and David Widger
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| Summary |
"Valerius Terminus: Of the Interpretation of Nature" by Francis Bacon is a philosophical treatise written in the early 17th century. The text serves as a foundational work where Bacon outlines his ideas on scientific inquiry and the interpretation of Nature, delving into how knowledge should be approached and utilized. It proposes that true understanding of the natural world requires a methodology that aligns with both empirical observation and theological principles. The opening of the text presents a prefatory overview that elaborates on its structure and purpose. It introduces the idea that knowledge is limited and should be regarded with caution, primarily emphasizing the importance of religion in guiding scientific pursuit. Bacon discusses historical figures such as Moses and Solomon to illustrate legitimate searches for knowledge grounded in nature. He criticizes man’s inclination to overreach into divine secrets, warning against the consequences of such ambition, which ultimately leads to downfall. The text sets the stage for a critical examination of existing knowledge and serves as a call for a more disciplined, inductive approach to scientific thought. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
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| Subject |
Science -- Methodology
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
3290 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 2002 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 18, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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