Agnosticism Quote by D. Elton Trueblood
“We need to be agnostics first and then there is some chance at arriving at a sensible system of belief.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Christian Faith and the Modern World by D. Elton Trueblood, 1955
We must first suspend certainty, then we can possibly develop a reasonable belief system.
In simple terms: First be open, then seek sensible beliefs.
Key Takeaway
Stay open to questioning before forming beliefs.
Themes
open‑mindedness
faith
reasoning
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
religious
When to use this quote
- religious debate
- personal reflection
- academic study
Key Concepts
skepticism
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- What beliefs would you hold if you stopped doubting?
- How does uncertainty shape your values?
A Different Perspective
Assuming agnosticism may delay commitment to any belief.
