While Einstein was a complex figure with evolving views on religion and spirituality, his writings and pronouncements suggest he was more nuanced in his views than the quote suggests.
Here's what we know about Einstein's views:
* Einstein was not religious in the traditional sense. He rejected the concept of a personal God who intervenes in the world. He famously said, "I believe in Spinoza's God, who reveals himself in the orderly harmony of what exists, not in a God who concerns himself with the fates and actions of human beings."
* He believed in a "cosmic religious feeling". Einstein described this feeling as a sense of awe and wonder at the universe, and he considered it an essential part of the human experience. This feeling could be inspired by both science and religion.
* He recognized the limitations of science. Einstein believed that science could not answer all questions about the universe, particularly those related to morality and ethics. He felt that religion could play a role in providing these answers.
Therefore, the quote "science without religion is lame, blind" does not accurately reflect Einstein's views. He believed that science and religion could complement each other, each offering different perspectives on the world and its mysteries.
