Battle Quote by Max Planck
“Religion and natural science are fighting a joint battle in an incessant, never-relaxing crusade against skepticism and dogmatism, against disbelief and against superstition, and the rallying cry in this crusade has always been, and will always be, 'On to God.'”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Scientific Philosophy, 1930s
Science and religion are portrayed as allies in a relentless fight against doubt, each supporting belief in a higher order.
In simple terms: Science and religion together combat skepticism.
Key Takeaway
Recognize complementary roles of faith and reason.
Themes
faith
science
skepticism
philosophy
dialogue
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
analytical
Type
philosophical
debate
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- personal belief
- public discourse
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
epistemology
metaphysics
humanism
Questions to Reflect On
- Can faith and science coexist peacefully?
- What limits does each face?
A Different Perspective
Conflicts arise when doctrines clash.
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