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“The eyes are witnesses that the heavens revolve in the space of twenty- four hours. But certain men, either from the love of novelty, or to make a display of ingenuity, have concluded that the earth moves; and they maintain that neither the eighth sphere nor the sun revolves…Now, it is a want of honesty and decency to assert such notions publicly, and the example is pernicious. It is the part of a good mind to accept the truth as revealed by God and to acquiesce in it.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The passage argues that acknowledging scientific truths, like Earth's motion, is an honest, decent act, and that a good mind should accept divine‑revealed truth.
In simple terms: Accept scientific truth as honest.
Key Takeaway
Embrace truth revealed by evidence.
Themes
honesty
science
faith
truth
humility
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- education
- public discourse
- religious debate
Key Concepts
epistemology
theology
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How can faith and science coexist?
- What responsibilities do scholars have in public truth‑telling?
A Different Perspective
Insisting on divine revelation may conflict with empirical inquiry.