Believe Quote by Blaise Pascal
“There is a virtuous fear, which is the effect of faith; and there is a vicious fear, which is the product of doubt. The former leads to hope, as relying on God, in whom we believe; the latter inclines to despair, as not relying on God, in whom we do not believe. Persons of the one character fear to lose God; persons of the other character fear to find Him.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Pensées, 1670
Faith creates a hopeful, constructive fear that inspires trust in God; doubt breeds a destructive fear leading to despair.
In simple terms: Faith‑based fear inspires hope; doubt‑based fear leads to despair.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate faith, avoid doubt.
Themes
faith
hope
fear
spirituality
Mood
reflective
philosophical
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- spiritual doubt
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What role does faith play in your life?
- How do you handle fear when lacking belief?
A Different Perspective
Faith may not resolve all practical problems; doubt can also motivate inquiry.
