Argument Quote by David Hume
““A miracle is a violation of the laws of nature; and as a firm and unalterable experience has established these laws, the proof against a miracle, from the very nature of the fact, is as entire as any argument from experience as can be imagined.””
About This Quote
Miracles contradict empirically established natural laws; because those laws are grounded in consistent experience, any claim of a miracle lacks evidential support.
In simple terms: Empirical evidence overrides supernatural claims.
Key Takeaway
Miracles are logically untenable.
Themes
epistemology
philosophy of science
skepticism
natural law
Mood
thoughtful
skeptical
Type
philosophical
argumentative
When to use this quote
- debating supernatural claims
- evaluating extraordinary events
- teaching critical thinking
Key Concepts
induction
experience
causality
Practical Applications
- philosophical essays
- science education
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we assess claims that defy known laws?
- What role does experience play in shaping our understanding of reality?
