Agnosticism Quote by David Eagleman
“Our ignorance of the cosmos is too vast to commit to atheism, and yet we know too much to commit to a particular religion. A third position, agnosticism, is often an uninteresting stance in which a person simply questions whether his traditional religious story (say, a man with a beard on a cloud) is true or not true. But with Possibilianism I'm hoping to define a new position - one that emphasizes the exploration of new, unconsidered possibilities. Possibilianism is comfortable holding multiple ideas in mind; it is not interested in committing to any particular story.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Runaway Species: How Human Creativity Remakes the World, 2017
It argues that traditional atheism and religion are insufficient, proposing a flexible stance that embraces many unknown possibilities without committing to any single narrative.
In simple terms: A middle path that keeps options open.
Key Takeaway
Stay curious, avoid rigid belief.
Themes
open‑mindedness
exploration
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- scientific research
- personal belief crises
- interfaith dialogue
- creative problem solving
Key Concepts
agnosticism
possibilianism
epistemic humility
Questions to Reflect On
- What unknown possibilities could you explore?
- How do you balance openness with commitment?
A Different Perspective
May lead to indecision or lack of firm values.
