Bible Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“Faith in reason as a prime motor is no longer the criterion of the sound mind, any more than faith in the Bible is the criterion of righteous intention.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Man and Superman, 1903
Reason alone cannot define a sound mind; moral intent is not judged by religious texts alone.
In simple terms: Reason and morality are separate.
Key Takeaway
Balance reason with moral intuition.
Themes
philosophy
ethics
reasoning
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- ethical debates
- education policy
- personal decision making
- public discourse
Key Concepts
secularism
humanism
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- Can reason and faith coexist?
- What guides your moral choices?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on reason may neglect emotional insight.
