Quote by Albert Einstein

To know that what is impenetrable to us really exists, manifesting itself as the highest wisdom and the most radiant beauty, which our dull faculties can comprehend only in their most primitive forms this knowledge, this feeling, is at the center of true religiousness. In this sense, and in this sense only, I belong to the rank of devoutly religious men.

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Summary

This quote emphasizes the idea that there are aspects of existence that are beyond our comprehension, yet they exist and reveal themselves through wisdom and beauty. The quote suggests that acknowledging and understanding our limited understanding is fundamental to experiencing true religiousness. It implies that religiousness lies in recognizing the existence of higher knowledge and beauty, even if our comprehension of them remains rudimentary. In this context, the quote suggests the speaker's identification with religious individuals, but solely in terms of this understanding and acknowledgement of the impenetrable aspects of existence.

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By Albert Einstein

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