Famous Quotes by Alvin Plantinga

“Most of us form estimates of our intelligence, wisdom, and moral fiber that are considerably higher than an objective estimate would warrant; no doubt 90 percent of us think ourselves well above average along these lines.”

Theistic belief can be properly basic and grounded in experience.

If God exists, then it is reasonable to believe that He is good.

The existence of evil is not incompatible with the existence of a good God.

Human beings are created with a purpose, which is to know and love God.

Faith is not blind; it is informed by experience and reason.

It is rational to believe in God without any arguments or evidence.

The existence of a personal God offers the best explanation for our moral experiences.

To believe in God is to acknowledge that there is more to reality than meets the eye.

Our knowledge of God can be immediate and personal.

The notion of a good God provides hope in a world of suffering.

Belief in God is not only rational, it is warranted.

The pursuit of knowledge and understanding should not be divorced from faith.

There is no conflict between science and religion, as both seek truth.

Religious experience can be a source of warrant for belief in God.

Our cognitive faculties are designed to lead us to truth.

The concept of God is a necessary being; His existence is not contingent.

The problem of evil is a problem for all worldviews, not just theism.

Faith is a kind of knowing, a way of seeing the world.

Philosophy can help clarify the content of religious belief.

Theistic belief provides a framework for understanding human existence.