Bible Quote by Robin R. Meyers
““...the ongoing suspicion that scientific discoveries or rigorous biblical scholarship will undermine faith is a tacit admission that faith is threatened by knowledge, because it is ultimately constructed on weak or faulty assumptions and, like the proverbial house of cards, needs to be "protected" from collapsing. (p. 21)””
About This Quote
Faith is vulnerable when it rests on shaky assumptions, and attempts to protect it from knowledge reveal its fragility.
In simple terms: Faith built on weak foundations is fragile.
Key Takeaway
Examine and strengthen the basis of your beliefs.
Themes
faith
knowledge
skepticism
intellectual honesty
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- religious education
- interfaith dialogue
- personal belief assessment
Key Concepts
epistemology
theology
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions underlie your faith?
- How can knowledge and faith coexist?
A Different Perspective
Some may view questioning faith as threatening rather than constructive.
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