Scientists and seers walk the same path of truth: Former ISRO chief Dr. S. Somanath
The Hindu
Dr. S. Somanath emphasizes the shared pursuit of truth between science and spirituality at the 'Viveka Deepti' convention.
Scientific inquiry and spiritual pursuit stem from the same quest for truth, said former ISRO chairperson and Chanakya University Chancellor Dr. S. Somanath.
Speaking at the four-day national convention ‘Viveka Deepti’, organised by Vedanta Bharati and Pararm Foundation at Palace Grounds in Bengaluru on January 29, he explained that while scientists study the physical world, sages explore metaphysical realities. “The methods differ, but the pursuit of truth is identical,” he said.
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