Hence, evidence for action at a distance is to be examined in the same critical spirit as any other evidence. (religion-online.org)
They can work for a wider horizon of understanding that makes possible a more critical spirit. (religion-online.org)
Here again is Shakespeare's critical spirit at work: Portia provides a fine account of mankind's universal need for the grace of forgiveness but then fails to be gracious and forgiving herself. (firstthings.com)