When it comes down to it, I don't have much in the way of advice to offer you, but here it is: Read to children. Vote. And never buy anything from a man who's selling fear.
Mary Doria RussellRead
I believe in God the way I believe in quarks. People whose business it is to know about quantum physics or religion tell me they have good reason to believe that quarks and God exist. And they tell me that if I wanted to devote my life to learning what they've learned, I'd find quarks and God just like they did.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects a parallel belief in both science and spirituality, suggesting that both can be understood through study and personal inquiry.
Mary Doria Russell’s quote draws an analogy between belief in God and belief in quarks, highlighting that both realms—science and spirituality—require exploration and understanding. Just as physicists study quarks to validate their existence through empirical evidence, individuals can explore their faith in God through personal experience and knowledge. This perspective encourages an open-minded approach to both scientific and spiritual truths, suggesting that deep understanding can lead to belief.
Themes
FaithScienceUnderstandingBeliefSpirituality
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about the intersection of science and spirituality at a community forum.
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