Believe Quote by Augustine of Hippo
““Man cannot believe unless he wishes to.””
About This Quote
Source Treatise: On Free Will, c. 395
Belief depends on desire; without wanting to believe, one cannot truly believe.
In simple terms: Desire fuels belief.
Key Takeaway
Desire shapes conviction.
Themes
philosophy
faith
psychology
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- spiritual practice
- debate
Key Concepts
will
desire
belief
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you believe what you want?
- Can desire mislead belief?
A Different Perspective
Desire alone may not guarantee truth.
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