Science and Wonder
No, science does not take away the wonder of the world. In fact, science can enhance our sense of wonder and appreciation for the world around us.
Science is a process of discovery and exploration that allows us to better understand the natural world and the underlying principles that govern it. As we learn more about the world through science, we can gain a deeper appreciation for the complexity, diversity, and beauty of the natural world. Additionally, science can inspire awe and wonder through its discoveries and innovations. From exploring the depths of the oceans to the vast expanse of the universe, scientific discoveries have uncovered incredible phenomena that spark our imagination and inspire us to explore further.
In short, science can deepen our appreciation and sense of wonder for the world, rather than take it away.
Robin Ince: Science versus wonder?
Does science ruin the magic of life? In this grumpy but charming monologue, Robin Ince makes the argument against. The more we learn about the astonishing behavior of the universe -- the more we stand in awe.
Richard Feynman: The Beauty of the Flower
Richard Feynman on the beauty of a flower: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZbFM3rn4ldo
Another article on the same: https://www.themarginalian.org/2013/01/01/ode-to-a-flower-richard-feynman/
"The feeling of awed wonder that science can give us is one of the highest experiences of which the human psyche is capable. It is a deep aesthetic passion to rank with the finest that music and poetry can deliver. —Richard Dawkins in Unweaving the Rainbow, 1998."