Active Quote by Thomas Browne
“As for those wingy mysteries in divinity, and airy subtleties in religion, which have unhinged the brains of better heads, they never stretched the pia mater of mine; methinks there be not impossibilities enough in Religion for an active faith.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Pseudodoxia Epidemica, 1646
Argues that religion contains enough mystery to sustain faith without demanding impossible proofs.
In simple terms: Religion offers mysteries that keep faith alive.
Key Takeaway
Accept mystery as part of belief.
Themes
faith
philosophy
skepticism
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- academic debate
- interfaith dialogue
- spiritual seeking
Key Concepts
theology
epistemology
human curiosity
Questions to Reflect On
- What mysteries in faith inspire you?
- How do you balance doubt and belief?
A Different Perspective
May discourage critical inquiry or rational analysis.
