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“The man who does good in doubt must have so much more merit than one who does it in the bright certainty of belief. "Other sheep I have which are not of this fold..." A warning against the smugness of inherited faith.” quote by Morris L. West
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““The man who does good in doubt must have so much more merit than one who does it in the bright certainty of belief. "Other sheep I have which are not of this fold..." A warning against the smugness of inherited faith.””

Morris L. West

About This Quote

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

Good deeds done in doubt are more commendable than those done with blind certainty.

In simple terms: Doubtful goodness is rarer.

Key Takeaway

Value humility in belief.

Themes

faith morality humility

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • religious practice
  • ethical decision making
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

theology ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does doubt shape your moral choices?
  • When is certainty beneficial?
A Different Perspective

Blind certainty can also inspire positive action.

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