There came a time in my life when I doubted the divinity…
“There came a time in my life when I doubted the divinity of the Scriptures, and I resolved as a lawyer and a judge I would try the Book as I would try anything in the courtroom, taking evidence for and against. It was a long, serious and profound study and using the same principles of evidence in this religious matter as I always do in secular matters, I have come to the decision that the Bible is a supernatural Book, that it has come from God, and that the only safety for the human race is to follow its teachings.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Applying legal standards to the Bible led to belief in its divine origin and safety for humanity.
In simple terms: Legal analysis confirms Bible’s divine authority.
Key Takeaway
Use evidence to evaluate spiritual claims.
Themes
faith
evidence
law
Mood
analytical
contemplative
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- courtroom
- academic study
- personal faith
Key Concepts
epistemology
religious belief
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence convinces you of divine truth?
- How do you balance faith and reason?
A Different Perspective
May conflate legal proof with faith experience.