Neither let thy calculating folly gainsay the unity of three:

Nor scorn another's creed, although he cannot solve thy doubts;

Reason is the follower of faith, where he may not be precursor:

It is written, and so we believe, waiting not for outward proof,

Inasmuch as mysteries inscrutable are the clear prerogatives of godhead.

Reason hath nothing positive, faith hath nothing doubtful;

And the height of unbelieving wisdom is to question all things.

When there is marvel in a doctrine, faith is joyful and adoreth;

But when all is clear, what place is left for faith?

Tell me the sum of thy knowledge,—is it yet assured of anything?