The genuine realist, if he is an unbeliever, will always…
“The genuine realist, if he is an unbeliever, will always find strength and ability to disbelieve in the miraculous, and if he is confronted with a miracle as an irrefutable fact he would rather disbelieve his own senses than admit the miraculous also.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A skeptic may reject miracles even when faced with undeniable evidence, preferring disbelief over altering worldview.
In simple terms: Skepticism can block acceptance of miracles.
Key Takeaway
Question your willingness to revise beliefs when confronted with evidence.
Themes
skepticism
faith
cognitive dissonance
Mood
philosophical
contemplative
Type
literary
existential
When to use this quote
- debates on faith
- scientific discoveries
- personal crises
- philosophical discussions
Key Concepts
belief systems
miracles
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you hold uncertainty without rejecting new evidence?
- When might you reconsider a deeply held belief?
A Different Perspective
Blind skepticism may hinder growth.