But having considered everything which has been said, one…
“But having considered everything which has been said, one could by this believe that the earth and not the heavens is so moved, and there is no evidence to the contrary. Nevertheless, this seems prima facie as much, or more, against natural reason as are all or several articles of our faith. Thus, that which I have said by way of diversion (esbatement) in this manner can be valuable to refute and check those who would impugn our faith by argument.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The author argues that Earth may move, contrary to prevailing belief, and uses diversion to challenge faith‑based arguments.
In simple terms: Earth might move; use this to test faith.
Key Takeaway
Consider evidence over assumption.
Themes
science
philosophy
faith
skepticism
logic
Mood
analytical
critical
inquisitive
Type
Argument:1
Articles:0
Believe:0
Checks:0
Contrary:0
Diversion:1
Earth:1
Evidence:1
Faith:1
Has beens:0
Heaven:0
Moved:0
Natural:0
Nature:0
Nevertheless:0
Reason:0
Refute:0
Said:0
Science:0
Seems:0
Valuable:0
Way:0
Evidence Contrary:0
Natural Reason:0
Faith Argument:0
Valuable Refute:0
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- theological discussion
- science education
Key Concepts
empiricism
argumentation
cosmology
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How does evidence reshape belief?
- What role does diversion play in debate?
A Different Perspective
faith may resist contrary evidence.