Atheism Quote by John Bertram Phillips
“God is not discoverable or demonstrable by purely scientific means, unfortunately for the scientifically minded. But that really proves nothing. It simply means that the wrong instruments are being used for the job.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Lecture on Science and Faith, 2005
Science cannot prove or disprove metaphysical claims; different methods are needed for spiritual truths.
In simple terms: Science alone can't test faith.
Key Takeaway
Accept limits of scientific tools.
Themes
faith
science
epistemology
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- debates on religion
- personal belief
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
metaphysics
methodology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we know when a tool is inappropriate?
- Can faith be studied scientifically?
A Different Perspective
Science may overlook subjective experience.
