Accepted Quote by Clarence Darrow
“An agnostic is a doubter. The word is generally applied to those who doubt the verity of accepted religious creeds of faiths.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public lecture, 1905
Agnosticism is defined by doubt toward accepted religious doctrines.
In simple terms: Agnostics doubt religious truths.
Key Takeaway
Embrace questioning of beliefs.
Themes
faith
skepticism
philosophy
religion
inquiry
Mood
inquisitive
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- theological debates
- personal belief crises
- academic discourse
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
epistemology
critical thinking
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does doubt mean to you?
- How does uncertainty shape belief?
A Different Perspective
May conflate agnosticism with atheism.
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