The "map is not the territory" principle

The "map is not the territory" principle highlights that models or representations of reality (like maps or diagrams) are not the same as reality itself. In general knowledge, this means that our understanding or descriptions of concepts, events, or ideas are simplifications of a much more complex reality. Just as a map can help you navigate but doesn't capture every detail of the landscape, our knowledge frameworks can guide us but may overlook nuances. It's a reminder to remain open to new information and complexities that our current understanding might not encompass.