Attitude Quote by Abraham Joshua Heschel
“Faith is something that comes out of the soul. It is not an information that is absorbed but an attitude, existing prior to the formulation of any creed.”
About This Quote
Source Book: God in Search of Man, 1949
Faith is an innate attitude of the soul, not a learned fact, existing before any formal doctrine.
In simple terms: Faith is a feeling, not a lesson.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner conviction before adopting beliefs.
Themes
faith
spirituality
attitude
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
philosophical
spiritual.
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- religious conversion
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
theology
existentialism
inner experience
Questions to Reflect On
- What does faith mean to you beyond religion?
- How can you nurture inner conviction without external doctrine?
A Different Perspective
Faith can be challenged by contradictory evidence or rational doubt.
