Atheism Quote by Athanasius of Alexandria
““But if they are shown to be, and are the works not of men but of God, why are the unbelievers so irreligious as not to recognize the Master Who did them?””
About This Quote
Source Treat: On the Incarnation, 4th century
The quote argues that divine works should convince skeptics, yet many remain irreligious despite clear signs of God's hand.
In simple terms: Divine acts should be obvious, but unbelievers stay faithless.
Key Takeaway
Seek evidence and reflect on why faith resists clear signs.
Themes
faith
reason
divine
skepticism
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- religious debate
- personal reflection
- teaching
- missionary work
Key Concepts
theology
epistemology
revelation
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes people reject obvious evidence?
- How can we present divine works more persuasively?
A Different Perspective
Human bias and cultural conditioning can blind people to evident truths.
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