Contracts Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“When an apparent miracle happened.it proved divine mission to the credulous, and proved a contract with the devil to the skeptical.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Man and Superman, 1905
Miracles are interpreted differently based on belief, revealing personal biases.
In simple terms: Beliefs shape how we see extraordinary events.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how bias colors perception.
Themes
faith
skepticism
interpretation
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- debates on faith
- scientific inquiry
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
confirmation bias
philosophy of religion
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this say about your own belief system?
- How can you stay open yet critical?
A Different Perspective
Skeptics may dismiss genuine phenomena outright.
