Black Quote by Stephen Hawking
“So Einstein was wrong when he said, "God does not play dice." Consideration of black holes suggests, 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 Speech: Public Lecture on Black Holes, 1998
Quantum mechanics shows randomness in the universe, contradicting deterministic views and suggesting hidden complexities.
In simple terms: Quantum randomness challenges certainty.
Key Takeaway
Accept uncertainty in scientific inquiry.
Themes
science
philosophy
uncertainty
cosmology
faith
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
scientific
When to use this quote
- Research
- education
- public discourse
- philosophical debate
Key Concepts
Quantum mechanics
determinism
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does randomness affect your worldview?
- Can certainty coexist with uncertainty?
A Different Perspective
Deterministic models still useful in many contexts.
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