Certain Quote by Tertullian
“It is certain because it is possible.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: De Anima, 2nd century AD
Possibility guarantees certainty; if something can happen, it is logically possible and thus certain in principle.
In simple terms: If it can happen, it is certain.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the power of possibility.
Themes
philosophy
logic
possibility
certainty
theology
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
inquisitive
When to use this quote
- making decisions under uncertainty
- evaluating potential outcomes
- philosophical debates
- theological arguments
Key Concepts
modal logic
ontological reasoning
Questions to Reflect On
- What does certainty mean in real life?
- How do you balance possibility with practicality?
A Different Perspective
Overlooks practical constraints that may prevent realization.
