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“It is the modest, not the presumptuous, inquirer who makes a real and safe progress in the discovery of divine truths. One follows Nature and Nature's God; that is, he follows God in his works and in his word.” quote by Henry St John, 1st Viscount Bolingbroke
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“It is the modest, not the presumptuous, inquirer who makes a real and safe progress in the discovery of divine truths. One follows Nature and Nature's God; that is, he follows God in his works and in his word.”

Henry St John, 1st Viscount Bolingbroke

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Humility in inquiry leads to safer, truer understanding of divine truths, aligning with nature and God's work.

In simple terms: Modest seekers find true insight.

Key Takeaway

Seek truth humbly.

Themes

humility inquiry spirituality

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • personal study
  • religious contemplation
  • scientific research
  • philosophical debate

Key Concepts

theology epistemology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does humility shape your search for truth?
  • What does “following nature” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Overconfidence can blind one to deeper truths.

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