Belief Quote by Joseph Glanvill
“That though we are certain of many things, yet that Certainty is no absolute Infallibility, there still remains the possibility of our being mistaken in all matters of humane Belief and Inquiry.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: The Order of Nature by Joseph Glanvill, 1680
Human knowledge is fallible; certainty does not guarantee infallibility, so we must stay open to error.
In simple terms: Certainty isn’t absolute; we can be wrong.
Key Takeaway
Remain humble and question assumptions.
Themes
humility
epistemology
inquiry
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- academic research
- personal belief
- scientific debate
Key Concepts
Fallibility
skepticism
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you test your own convictions?
- What evidence would change your mind?
A Different Perspective
Overconfidence can hinder progress if not checked.