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There is nothing anti-intellectual in the leap of faith…

“There is nothing anti-intellectual in the leap of faith, for faith is not believing without proof but trusting without reservation.” quote by William Sloane Coffin
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“There is nothing anti-intellectual in the leap of faith, for faith is not believing without proof but trusting without reservation.”

William Sloane Coffin

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 trust beyond evidence, not blind belief, highlighting the courage to rely on conviction.

In simple terms: Faith is trust without proof.

Key Takeaway

Trust beyond evidence.

Themes

faith trust philosophy

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal crises
  • ethical decisions
  • leadership
  • risk taking

Key Concepts

existentialism spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you trusted without proof?
  • What risks does trust entail?
A Different Perspective

Blind faith can ignore reality.

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