Blind Quote by William Cowper
“Blind unbelief is sure to err, And scan his work in vain; God is his own interpreter, And he will make it plain.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Task" by William Cowper, 1785
Blind faith leads to error; true understanding requires personal interpretation and effort.
In simple terms: Faith without scrutiny can mislead.
Key Takeaway
Seek personal insight.
Themes
faith
interpretation
error
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- religious study
- personal decision‑making
- critical thinking
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
theology
epistemology
self‑reliance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal interpretation with shared tradition?
- When is faith beneficial?
A Different Perspective
It may dismiss the value of communal wisdom.
![“I remember once, I read in a horoscope, because I'm an Aries, I read this terrible thing, which really affected me, which said, "You will never be original. You will always be an interpreter." (Laughs) I thought, "Oh my God." You know, I had to live with that on my back for [all my life].” quote by Andy Serkis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/745/andy-serkis-1548_affected_i-remember-once-i-read-in-a-horoscope-be_196174.jpg)
