I am much less interested in what is called God's word than in God's deeds. All bibles are man-made.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Edison values observable actions and results over religious texts or doctrines.
- In plain terms
- He cares more about what people do than what holy books say.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on tangible results rather than dogma.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What matters more to you: words or actions?
- How do you define faith?
Another view
Some find deep value in religious texts regardless of deeds.
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