“But time is short, and science is infinite...”
“The aim of science is not to open the door to infinite wisdom, but to set a limit to infinite error.”
“Books are infinite in number and time is short. The secret of knowledge is to take what is essential. Take that and try to live up to it.”
“Life is short, art is infinite.”
“Do not discuss the religious matters with people; do not waste your valuable time to discuss the untruth! Your time is short; spend it for the science and the art!”
“Science has eliminated distance,” Melquíades proclaimed. “In a short time, man will be able to see what is happening in any place in the world without leaving his own house.”