Quote by Yevgeny Zamyatin

knowledge, absolutely sure of its infallibility, is faith

knowledge, absolutely sure of its infallibility, is faith

Summary

This quote suggests that when knowledge becomes so absolute and certain, it transforms into faith. It implies that complete certainty in one's understanding and beliefs can create a similar sense of conviction as religious or spiritual faith. In other words, when knowledge reaches a point where doubt is eliminated and there is unwavering confidence in its truth, it starts resembling faith in its strength and certainty.

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Religion Science Faith Dystopia

By Yevgeny Zamyatin

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