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“If all creeds are equally true, then since they are contradictory to one another, they are all equally false, or at least equally uncertain.” quote by John Gresham Machen
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“If all creeds are equally true, then since they are contradictory to one another, they are all equally false, or at least equally uncertain.”

John Gresham Machen

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Argues that if all creeds are equally true, their contradictions make them equally false or uncertain.

In simple terms: Equal truth leads to equal falsehood.

Key Takeaway

Question absolute religious equality.

Themes

religion truth paradox

Mood

critical inquisitive

Type

theoretical debate

When to use this quote

  • interfaith dialogue
  • philosophical debate
  • personal belief

Key Concepts

Theology epistemology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you reconcile contradictory beliefs?
  • Is exclusivity necessary?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify complex doctrines.

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