Confuses Quote by Stephen Hawking
“Not only that God does play dice, but that He sometimes confuses us by throwing them where they can't be seen.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Theory of Everything, 2010
God’s randomness can be confusing, especially when outcomes are hidden, challenging our understanding of fate.
In simple terms: Divine randomness can be hidden and puzzling.
Key Takeaway
Seek clarity in uncertainty.
Themes
faith
randomness
knowledge
uncertainty
Mood
inquisitive
thoughtful
Type
scientific
theological
When to use this quote
- science education
- spiritual counseling
- philosophical debate
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
quantum mechanics
theology
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do hidden variables affect belief in destiny?
- Can we ever truly know the unseen?
A Different Perspective
Some view randomness as a lack of divine control, not a purposeful act.
![“God does not play dice with the universe; He plays an ineffable game of His own devising, which might be compared, from the perspective of any of the other players [i.e. everybody], to being involved in an obscure and complex variant of poker in a pitch-dark room, with blank cards, for infinite…” quote by Terry Pratchett](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/aee/terry-pratchett-19_dark-room_god-does-not-play-dice-with-the-universe_2557160.jpg)
![“[On President Bush's plan to get to Mars in 10 years] Stupid. Robots would do a better job and be much cheaper because you don't have to bring them back.” quote by Stephen Hawking](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/4f9/stephen-hawking-389_better-job_on-president-bush-s-plan-to-get-to-mars_42167.jpg)
