Ludwig Von MisesScience does not give us absolute and final certainty. It only gives us assurance within the limits of our mental abilities and the prevailing state of scientific thought.
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As human beings, we grow in our understanding of the world around us. But, there are certain truths about the universe that remain constant. The earth is round, the sun revolves around the earth, and gravity holds things to the ground. We can continue to grow in our understanding of these universal truths but there will always be things that cannot be explained with 100% certainty.
It may seem a bit frustrating when a scientist cannot explain something with absolute confidence but it is important to remember that science does not give us absolute and final certainty. It only gives us assurance within the limits of our mental abilities and prevailing state of scientific thought.
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