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“Something which is against natural laws seems to me rather out of the question because it would be a depressive idea about God. It would make God smaller than he must be assumed. When he stated that these laws hold, then they hold, and he wouldn't make exceptions. This is too human an idea. Humans…” quote by Max Born
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“Something which is against natural laws seems to me rather out of the question because it would be a depressive idea about God. It would make God smaller than he must be assumed. When he stated that these laws hold, then they hold, and he wouldn't make exceptions. This is too human an idea. Humans do such things, but not God.”

Max Born

About This Quote

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

The quote argues that attributing natural law exceptions to God diminishes divine perfection, suggesting such ideas are human projections.

In simple terms: Human ideas limit God; divine laws are immutable.

Key Takeaway

Avoid projecting human limits onto divine concepts.

Themes

theology philosophy human nature

Mood

contemplative critical

Type

theoretical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • religious debate
  • philosophical essays
  • theological discussions

Key Concepts

Divine perfection natural law anthropomorphism

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do we limit divine concepts with human logic?
  • How can we distinguish divine will from human speculation?
A Different Perspective

Human perspectives may misinterpret divine intent.

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