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Faith is a state of openness or trust...In other words, a…

“Faith is a state of openness or trust...In other words, a person who is fanatic in matters of religion, and clings to certain ideas about the nature of God and the universe, becomes a person who has no faith at all. Instead they are holding tight. But the attitude of faith is to let go, and become…” quote by Shunryu Suzuki
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“Faith is a state of openness or trust...In other words, a person who is fanatic in matters of religion, and clings to certain ideas about the nature of God and the universe, becomes a person who has no faith at all. Instead they are holding tight. But the attitude of faith is to let go, and become open to the truth, whatever it might turn out to be.”

Shunryu Suzuki

About This Quote

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

Faith involves releasing control and staying open to truth, not clinging to fixed beliefs.

In simple terms: Let go to truly trust.

Key Takeaway

Practice openness.

Themes

spirituality trust flexibility

Mood

calm reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal crises
  • decision making
  • relationships
  • learning new ideas

Key Concepts

mindfulness non-attachment

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice letting go?
  • What truths emerge when you release expectations?
A Different Perspective

Holding onto certainty can cause suffering.

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