Believe Quote by Thomas Paine
“The Allwise Creator hath been dishonored by being made the author of fable and the human mind degraded by believing it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Age of Reason by Thomas Paine, 1794
The creator is disrespected when people treat divine truth as mere story, and human intellect suffers when it accepts false narratives.
In simple terms: Divine truth is treated as fiction, degrading minds.
Key Takeaway
Seek truth, not myth.
Themes
faith
reason
truth
humanity
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- religious discourse
- education
- media literacy
- public debate
Key Concepts
theology
epistemology
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we distinguish myth from truth?
- What role do stories play in shaping belief?
A Different Perspective
It may overlook that myths can also convey moral lessons.
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