Discussion: Novum Organum

Author: Francis Bacon

Description: In Novum Organum, Francis Bacon introduces his method of empirical reasoning, often seen as a foundational text for the scientific method. Bacon criticizes the reliance on outdated philosophies, advocating for an approach based on observation, experimentation, and induction. He calls for a reformation of scientific inquiry, arguing that humans should pursue knowledge not through abstract reasoning but through practical experiments that uncover the natural world’s truths.

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