Belief, as I use the word here, is the insistence that the…
“Belief, as I use the word here, is the insistence that the truth is what one would "lief" or wish it to be. The believer will open his mind to the truth on condition that it fits in with his preconceived ideas and wishes. Faith, on the other hand, is an unreserved opening of the mind to the truth, whatever it may turn out to be. Faith has no preconceptions; it is a plunge into the unknown. Belief clings, but faith lets go.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Distinguishes belief, which filters truth through desire, from faith, which accepts truth without preconceptions.
In simple terms: Belief filters truth; faith embraces it fully.
Key Takeaway
Practice open-minded acceptance.
Themes
faith
belief
truth
preconceptions
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal decision
- spiritual practice
- critical thinking
- dialogue
Key Concepts
Epistemology
psychology
religion
Questions to Reflect On
- What truths am I resisting?
- How does desire shape my beliefs?
A Different Perspective
Faith can be unsettling without guidance.