Quotes about Rationality

The dependability of the world which makes it possible for rational, morally responsible creatures to live works against us in certain circumstances.

All possible knowledge, then, depends on the validity of reasoning...Unless human reasoning is valid no science can be true.

There is no statement so absurd that no philosopher will make it.

Religion believes in miracles, but these aren't compatible with science.

The enemy of knowledge and science is irrationalism, not religion

We shall never again try to convince a fool by reason, for it is both useless and dangerous.

Christian faith is not an irrational leap.Examined objectively, the claims of the Bible are rational propositions well supported by reason and evidence.

It would be so nice if something made sense for a change.

Alice didn't think that proved it at all; however, she went on: 'And how do you know that you're mad?' 'To begin with,' said the Cat, 'a dog's not mad. You grant that?' 'I suppose so,' said Alice. 'Well then,' the Cat went on, 'you see, a dog growls when it's angry, and wags its tail when it's pleased. Now I growl when I'm pleased, and wag my tail when I'm angry. Therefore I'm mad.' 'I call it purring, not growling,' said Alice.

Anger dwells only in the bosom of fools.

When your heart begins to pound, your face gets hot, your thoughts race, your blood pressure skyrockets, and adrenaline surges through your body, you will seldom act in a rational way. Your rage may lead to a constant struggle to control your actions. Your fury itself may feel very uncomfortable and be a constant reminder that you are not dealing effectively with the world around you.

I hope I haven't given you the impression that I consider kissing intrinsically irrational.