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It's not atheists who get stuck in my caw, but agnostics…

“It's not atheists who get stuck in my caw, but agnostics. Doubt is useful for awhile. We all must pass through the garden of Gethsemane. If Christ played with doubt, so must we... But we must move on. To choose doubt as a philosophy of life is akin to choosing immobility as means of transportation.” quote by Yann Martel
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““It's not atheists who get stuck in my caw, but agnostics. Doubt is useful for awhile. We all must pass through the garden of Gethsemane. If Christ played with doubt, so must we... But we must move on. To choose doubt as a philosophy of life is akin to choosing immobility as means of transportation.””

Yann Martel

About This Quote

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

Doubt is a temporary guide; lingering too long leads to stagnation, so move forward despite uncertainty.

In simple terms: Doubt helps, but don’t stay stuck.

Key Takeaway

Balance questioning with action.

Themes

faith uncertainty growth action

Mood

contemplative inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • career choices
  • creative endeavors

Key Concepts

philosophy spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • When has doubt helped you?
  • When has it held you back?
A Different Perspective

Overreliance on doubt can paralyze.

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