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Science and the Pursuit of Mastery
The development of science was heavily influenced by a cultural context marked by human chauvinism, as articulated by significant historical figures like René Descartes and Francis Bacon. Descartes promoted the idea that humans should dominate nature through scientific understanding, framing this pursuit as a form of mastery. Bacon echoed these sentiments, suggesting that knowledge would empower humans to exert control over the universe, reflecting a belief in dominion and even the enslavement of nature. This historical perspective poses critical questions about the ethical implications of scientific advancement.
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