Quote by Martin Luther King Jr.

Reason is the greatest enemy that faith has; it never comes to the aid of spiritual things, but - more frequently than not - struggles against the divine Word, treating with contempt all that emanates from God

Reason is the greatest enemy that faith has; it never comes

Summary

This quote suggests that reason and faith are often in conflict, with reason being the biggest obstacle to faith. It implies that reason tends to undermine or challenge spiritual beliefs, doubting or rejecting anything associated with the divine. The quote asserts that reason shows disregard for anything that originates from God, implying that logic and rationality often lead people away from accepting or embracing the concept of faith. In this perspective, reason is seen as an adversary to spiritual matters rather than a supporter.

By Martin Luther King Jr.

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