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Full Idea
On pragmatistic principles, if the hypothesis of God works satisfactorily in the widest sense of the word, it is true.
Gist of Idea
If the hypothesis of God is widely successful, it is true
Source
William James (The Meaning of the Word "Truth" [1907], p.299), quoted by Michael Potter - The Rise of Analytic Philosophy 1879-1930 35 'Prag'
Book Ref
Potter,Michael: 'The Rise of Anaytic Philosophy 1879-1930' [Routledge 2020], p.230
A Reaction
How you get from 'widely satisfactory' to 'true' is beyond my comprehension. This is dangerous nonsense. This view of truth seems to be a commonplace in American culture. Peirce hurray! James boo! James accepted verification, where possible.