Can it then be doubted, but that God, who is infinitely…
“Can it then be doubted, but that God, who is infinitely fine Spirit, and withal intelligent, can make and change all species and kind of body as he pleaseth? But I dare not say, that this is the way by which God Almighty worketh, because it is past my apprehension: yet it serves very well to demonstrate, that the omnipotence of God implieth no contradiction.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
God’s unlimited power does not contradict logic; it simply exceeds human understanding.
In simple terms: God’s power is beyond our grasp.
Key Takeaway
Accept mystery while trusting divine will.
Themes
theology
philosophy
omnipotence
Mood
thoughtful
contemplative
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- faith practice
- ethical decision making
- philosophical debate
Key Concepts
divine mystery
human limitation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile faith and reason?
- What limits, human understanding?
A Different Perspective
May conflict with empirical evidence.