Accounts Quote by Nevill Francis Mott
“Science can have a purifying effect on religion, freeing it from beliefs of a pre-scientific age and helping us to a truer conception of God. At the same time, I am far from believing that science will ever give us the answers to all our questions.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: "Science and Religion", 1970
Science refines religion by discarding outdated beliefs, but cannot answer all existential questions.
In simple terms: Science cleans religion but leaves mysteries.
Key Takeaway
Balance faith and inquiry.
Themes
science
religion
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- personal belief formation
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
epistemology
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile scientific and spiritual views?
- What questions remain unanswered?
A Different Perspective
Science may conflict with faith traditions.
