The search for Knowledge

The search for knowledge is incumbent upon everyone. Education and diligent study elevates and ennobles the human person. Several aspects of the search are developed in these passages.

First, the search for truth is a religious obligation, and the search takes us back to the Source of the universe from whence comes all truth.

Second, an important aspect of learning is to examine oneself. This includes recognizing the extent of our ignorance—how little we know.

Third, knowledge is not handed to us, but requires us to comprehend a topic and make it our own. Therefore the student makes thorough efforts to understand the matter from all angles.

Fourth, the search should be broad, embracing all religions and cultures, including all the sciences.
Several of Father Moon’s remarks in this section were addressed to gatherings of academics and scientists. Others describe his personal search for truth.