Belief Quote by Albert Einstein
““Certain it is that a conviction, akin to religious feeling, of the rationality or intelligibility of the world lies behind all scientific work of a higher order… This firm belief, a belief bound up with deep feeling, in a superior mind that reveals itself in the world of experience, represents my conception of God.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Science and Religion, 1930
Einstein suggests that a deep, almost religious conviction in an underlying rational order guides scientific inquiry, reflecting his personal conception of God.
In simple terms: Science is driven by a belief in a rational, intelligible universe.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the role of belief in scientific work.
Themes
science
philosophy
faith
metaphysics
inquiry
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- Research motivation
- philosophical reflection
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
Rationalism
religious feeling
God concept
Questions to Reflect On
- How does belief in order influence scientific hypotheses?
- Can science be truly objective without such conviction?
A Different Perspective
Some argue that scientific method should remain agnostic of metaphysical beliefs.
