Alive Quote by Albert Einstein
“How can cosmic religious feeling be communicated from one person to another, if it can give rise to no definite notion of a God and no theology? In my view, it is the most important function of art and science to awaken this feeling and keep it alive in those who are receptive to it.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Role of Art and Science, 1930s
Art and science should evoke a vague, non‑doctrinal sense of the divine, keeping it alive for receptive minds.
In simple terms: Art and science awaken a feeling of something greater without defining God.
Key Takeaway
Foster wonder without imposing doctrine.
Themes
spirituality
creativity
humanism
Mood
inspirational
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
poetic
When to use this quote
- education
- public speaking
- museum curation
- personal meditation
Key Concepts
aesthetic experience
transcendence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance mystery with meaning?
- What practices keep this feeling alive?
A Different Perspective
Some may argue that vague feelings lack concrete guidance.
