I can't be sure God does not exist. On a scale of seven…
“I can't be sure God does not exist. On a scale of seven, where one means I know he exists, and seven I know he doesn't, I call myself a six. That doesn't mean I'm absolutely confident, that I absolutely know, because I don't.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: "The God Delusion" discussion, 2006
Uncertainty about existence is acknowledged; belief is a spectrum, not binary certainty.
In simple terms: I’m uncertain about God’s existence.
Key Takeaway
Embrace intellectual humility.
Themes
faith
uncertainty
skepticism
Mood
thoughtful
open‑minded
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal belief
- scientific inquiry
- ethical decisions
- public discourse
Key Concepts
philosophy
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence would shift your confidence?
- How do you handle uncertainty in daily life?
A Different Perspective
Absolute certainty is rare; openness to evidence is vital.