Atheism Quote by Bernard Berenson
“Miracles happen to those who believe in them. Otherwise why does not the Virgin Mary appear to Lamaists, Mohammedans, or Hindus who have never heard of her.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Reflections on Faith, 1912
Faith is presented as a prerequisite for miracles, questioning why divine figures appear only to believers.
In simple terms: Belief needed for miracles.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate sincere belief to experience wonder.
Themes
faith
miracles
religion
Mood
contemplative
skeptical
Type
philosophical
inquisitive
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- interfaith dialogue
- spiritual seeking
Key Concepts
spiritual perception
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- Do miracles require belief, or can they be observed objectively?
- How does cultural context shape perceived miracles?
A Different Perspective
Miracles may be explained by psychology, not supernatural.
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