“The Idols of Tribe have their foundation in human nature itself, and in the tribe or race of men. For it is a false assertion that the sense of man is the measure of things. On the contrary, all perceptions as well of the sense as of the mind are according to the measure of the individual and not according to the measure of the universe. And the human understanding is like a false mirror, which, receiving rays irregularly, distorts and discolors the nature of things by mingling its own nature with it.”
Quote by Francis Bacon
Work
New Atlantis and The Great Instauration
This book is a compilation of two seminal works that delve into the concepts of a perfect society and the pursuit of universal truths. The first part, 'New Atlantis,' is a fictional narrative that describes an advanced civilization with a focus on scientific inquiry and intellectual pursuits. The second part, 'The Great Instauration,' is a philosophical treatise that discusses the nature of reality, the existence of God, and the role of human reason. more
Author
Francis Bacon
Francis Bacon, a renowned philosopher, politician, and writer, served as the Lord Chancellor of England. He is best known for his profound philosophical thoughts and extensive literary works, which have had a lasting impact on the world. more
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