Faith Quote by Diana Gabaldon
““There is a great difference between those phenomena which are accepted on faith, and those which are proved by objective determination, though the cause of both may be equally ‘rational’ once known. And the chief difference is this: that people will treat with disdain such phenomena as are proved by the evidence of the senses, and commonly experienced—while they will defend to the death the reality of a phenomenon which they have neither seen nor experienced. “Faith is as powerful a force as science,” he concluded, voice soft in the darkness, “—but far more dangerous.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Last Apprentice,” 2005 (fictional dialogue)
Distinguishes faith and empirical evidence, warning that faith can be powerful yet dangerous when unexamined.
In simple terms: Faith and science differ; both can be rational.
Key Takeaway
Question evidence before belief.
Themes
faith
science
danger
Mood
analytical
cautious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- academic research
- medical decisions
- policy making
- personal convictions
Key Concepts
epistemology
rationality
skepticism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you evaluate claims without evidence?
- When is faith beneficial?
A Different Perspective
None; faith can inspire positive action when balanced.
