St. Justin Popovich | The chief characteristic of natural knowledge is...

The chief characteristic of natural knowledge is its approach by examination and experimentation. This is in itself “a sign of uncertainty about the truth.”

Faith, on the contrary, follows a pure and simple way of thought that is far removed from all guile and methodical examination. These two paths lead in opposite directions.

The house of faith is “childlike thoughts and simplicity of heart,” for it is said: Glorify God “in simplicity of heart” (Col. 3:22), and: “Except ye be converted and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven” (Matt. 18:3).

Natural knowledge stands opposed both to simplicity of heart and simplicity of thought. This knowledge only works within the limits of nature, “but faith has its own path beyond nature.”

St. Justin Popovich