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“No one, in the world's whole history, ever attempted to substantiate a truth by a miracle. Truth scorns the assistance of miracle. Nothing but falsehood ever attested itself by signs and wonders. No miracle ever was performed, and no sane man ever thought he had performed one, and until one is…” quote by Anonymous
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“No one, in the world's whole history, ever attempted to substantiate a truth by a miracle. Truth scorns the assistance of miracle. Nothing but falsehood ever attested itself by signs and wonders. No miracle ever was performed, and no sane man ever thought he had performed one, and until one is performed, there can be no evidence of the existence of any power superior to, and independent of nature.”

Anonymous

About This Quote

Miracles cannot prove truth; truth stands independent of supernatural signs, and evidence of a higher power must be natural.

In simple terms: Truth doesn't need miracles; evidence must be natural.

Key Takeaway

Seek rational evidence over supernatural claims.

Themes

skepticism truth evidence

Mood

critical inquisitive

Type

philosophical skeptical

When to use this quote

  • debates on miracles
  • scientific inquiry
  • religious discourse

Key Concepts

philosophy science theology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What role do miracles play in personal belief?
  • Can non‑miraculous experiences be equally profound?
A Different Perspective

Miracles may hold personal meaning despite lack of empirical proof.

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