Law Quote by William Lane Craig
““...if there's a supernatural agent that is working in the natural world, then the idealized conditions described by the law are no longer in effect. The law isn't violated because the law has this implicit provision that nothing is messing around with the conditions.””
About This Quote
If a supernatural force alters reality, the natural laws seem broken, but they actually include a clause for such interference.
In simple terms: Laws assume possible supernatural influence.
Key Takeaway
Consider hidden variables in explanations.
Themes
philosophy
theology
science
law
causality
Mood
inquisitive
analytical
Type
theoretical
argumentative
When to use this quote
- debates on miracles
- scientific modeling
- legal reasoning
Key Concepts
metaphysics
epistemology
logic
Questions to Reflect On
- How would evidence of such interference change scientific practice?
- Can laws truly account for unknown forces?
A Different Perspective
Assumes supernatural existence, which is contested.
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