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“Were one asked to characterize the life of religion in the broadest and most general terms possible, one might say that it consists of the belief that there is an unseen order, and our supreme good lies in harmoniously adjusting ourselves thereto.” quote by William James
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““Were one asked to characterize the life of religion in the broadest and most general terms possible, one might say that it consists of the belief that there is an unseen order, and our supreme good lies in harmoniously adjusting ourselves thereto.””

William James

About This Quote

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

Religion involves believing in an unseen order and aligning oneself harmoniously with it.

In simple terms: Religion seeks harmony with an unseen order.

Key Takeaway

Align actions with perceived universal order.

Themes

religion order harmonious adjustment

Mood

contemplative inquisitive

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • ethical living
  • personal belief systems
  • theology

Key Concepts

philosophy spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “unseen order” mean to you?
  • How can one find harmony without religion?
A Different Perspective

Not all view religion as harmonious.

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