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We shall be made truly wise if we be made content…

“We shall be made truly wise if we be made content; content, too, not only with what we can understand, but content with what we do not understand-the habit of mind which theologians call, and rightly, faith in God.” quote by Charles Kingsley
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“We shall be made truly wise if we be made content; content, too, not only with what we can understand, but content with what we do not understand-the habit of mind which theologians call, and rightly, faith in God.”

Charles Kingsley

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

True wisdom comes from being content with both what we understand and what we do not, trusting faith.

In simple terms: Accept ignorance and trust beyond understanding.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate contentment and faith.

Themes

wisdom contentment faith humility

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • spiritual practice
  • education
  • personal growth
  • uncertainty management

Key Concepts

theology philosophy acceptance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you find peace with unknowns?
  • What role does faith play in your life?
A Different Perspective

Faith may be challenged by rational skepticism.

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