Belief Quote by Clarence Darrow
“In spite of all the yearnings of men, no one can produce a single fact or reason to support the belief in God and in personal immortality.”
About This Quote
Source Courtroom: Defense argument, 1915
No empirical evidence supports belief in God or immortality, highlighting reliance on faith over proof.
In simple terms: Faith lacks empirical proof.
Key Takeaway
Question beliefs lacking evidence.
Themes
skepticism
faith
philosophy
science
existential
Mood
thoughtful
skeptical
analytical
Type
philosophical
inquisitive
When to use this quote
- religious debate
- academic discussion
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
empiricism
atheism
materialism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile faith and evidence?
- What role does comfort play in belief?
A Different Perspective
Belief can provide comfort despite lack of proof.
