Now, if anything at all can be known to be wrong, it seems to me to be unshakably certain that it would be wrong to make any sentient being suffer eternally for any offence whatever.
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What would have to occur or to have occurred to constitute for you a disproof of the love of, or the existence of, God?
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote challenges one to consider what evidence would negate their belief in God or love.
Antony Flew's quote invites reflection on the nature of belief, particularly in God and love, by posing a thought-provoking question about what types of events or evidence would lead one to doubt these profound concepts. It emphasizes the idea that belief is often steadfast, yet it can be critically examined through the lens of skepticism and rational inquiry.
Themes
BeliefEvidenceGodLoveSkepticism
In practice
Example use cases
In a philosophical debate about faith and evidence.
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