Relatively, there are many scientists who believe in God…
“Relatively, there are many scientists who believe in God. And in Oxford, where I am the Professor, there are more professors like me, who believe in God, than you think. There are not dozens of them, but they are there, and in Cambridge too, and elsewhere. We are not in a tiny minority.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He points out that many scientists, including himself, believe in God, countering the notion of a tiny minority.
In simple terms: Many scientists, especially at Oxford, believe in God.
Key Takeaway
Recognize that belief in God exists among scholars.
Themes
faith
science
community
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
academic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic conferences
- public debates
- personal belief
Key Concepts
pluralism
belief systems
Questions to Reflect On
- How does scientific training influence religious belief?
- What challenges arise from minority religious views in academia?