Late Scientific Revolution - Introduction To The Series

The video explores the perception of celestial movements, highlighting the common belief that the sun moves around the Earth, while in reality, the Earth is in motion. It then delves into the historical shift from theoretical to empirical knowledge in universities during the 17th and 18th centuries, emphasizing the struggles and conflicts that arose. Finally, it discusses the distinction between knowledge and belief, underscoring the importance of questioning in the scientific method.

What does Margaret Jacob suggest about the sun's movement?

• The Earth is stationary and the sun moves.

• The sun actually moves around the Earth.

• Both the sun and the Earth are stationary.

• The sun appears to move, but it is the Earth that moves.

What major shift occurred in universities during the 17th and 18th centuries?

• A shift from theoretical to empirical knowledge.

• A focus on religious studies over science.

• A shift from empirical to theoretical knowledge.

• An emphasis on arts over sciences.

What was a consequence of the shift towards empirical knowledge in universities?

• It was universally accepted without resistance.

• It caused conflicts and divided faculties.

• It resulted in the closure of many universities.

• It led to a peaceful transition.

According to Philo Ruiz, what is essential in the scientific method?

• Ignoring empirical evidence.

• Continuously questioning everything.

• Accepting beliefs without question.

• Relying solely on theoretical knowledge.

What is the difference between knowledge and belief as discussed by Philo Ruiz?

• Belief is more reliable than knowledge.

• Knowledge requires questioning, while belief does not.

• Knowledge is based on belief without evidence.

• Belief is based on empirical evidence.