Arriving Quote by George Washington
“It is impossible to reason without arriving at a Supreme Being. Religion is as necessary to reason, as reason is to religion.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Personal Correspondence, 1790
Reason and belief in a higher power are interdependent; each supports the other’s existence.
In simple terms: Reason and faith rely on each other.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the mutual support of reason and faith.
Themes
philosophy
faith
reason
Mood
thoughtful
contemplative
Type
philosophical
historical
When to use this quote
- ethical decisions
- public policy
- personal belief formation
- education
Key Concepts
theology
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does faith influence your reasoning?
- Can reason exist without belief?
A Different Perspective
Secular perspectives may reject this interdependence.
