The truth does not change according to our ability to…
““The truth does not change according to our ability to stomach it emotionally. A higher paradox confounds the emotion as well as reason and there are long periods in the lives of all of us, when the truth as revealed by faith is hideous, emotionally disturbing, downright repulsive. Witness the dark night of the soul in individual saints . . .””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Truth remains constant even when it is painful; faith can reveal harsh realities that challenge emotions and reason.
In simple terms: Truth can be painful but unchanging.
Key Takeaway
Embrace truth despite discomfort.
Themes
faith
truth
suffering
Mood
somber
introspective
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- religious doubt
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
paradox
spiritual crisis
emotional conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- What truths have you resisted?
- How can you reconcile emotional pain with factual reality?
A Different Perspective
Some may reject truth to avoid pain.