William Clifford

William Clifford was a 19th-century philosopher and mathematician known for exploring the connection between science, ethics, and religion. He argued that human knowledge and scientific understanding are finite, so we must act ethically based on reason and evidence rather than religious dogma. Clifford famously stated that "it is wrong always, everywhere, and for anyone, to believe anything upon insufficient evidence." His ideas emphasize the importance of intellectual honesty and moral responsibility in pursuit of truth, advocating for a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to beliefs and actions.