Certain Quote by Abraham Kuyper
“Every science in a certain degree starts from faith, and, on the contrary, faith, which does not lead to science, is mistaken faith or superstition, but real, genuine faith it is not.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Lectures on Faith and Reason, 1905
Science requires empirical foundations; faith that ignores evidence is superstition, while true faith aligns with reason.
In simple terms: Science needs evidence; true faith respects reason.
Key Takeaway
Seek evidence‑based belief.
Themes
science
faith
reason
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- academic research
- personal belief systems
- education
- public discourse
Key Concepts
epistemology
philosophy of science
Questions to Reflect On
- Can faith motivate scientific discovery?
- How to distinguish superstition from genuine faith?
A Different Perspective
Faith can inspire scientific inquiry, not contradict it.
