To believe is to be happy; to doubt is to be wretched. To…
“To believe is to be happy; to doubt is to be wretched. To believe is to be strong. Doubt cramps energy. Belief is power. Only so far as a man believes strongly, mightily, can he act cheerfully, or do any thing that is worth the doing.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Strong belief fuels happiness and strength; doubt drains energy and leads to misery.
In simple terms: Belief empowers, doubt weakens.
Cultivate firm belief to energize actions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily affirmations
- goal setting
- spiritual practice
- community worship
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does belief shape your daily choices?
- When can healthy doubt be beneficial?
Overconfidence can blind to reality; doubt can be constructive.