Duty Quotes
The religious idea of God cannot do full duty for the metaphysical infinity.
"The religious idea of God cannot do full duty for the metaphysical infinity."— Alan Watts
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Meaning of this quote
A familiar religious image may be too limited to capture an unlimited metaphysical reality.
Key takeaway:
Recognize the limits of the concepts you use for ultimate questions.
Origin of the quote
Preserved in The Works collection.
Who actually said this?
VerifiedExact wording appears on the collection page; it does not specify the original lecture or date.
