Doubt Quote by C.S. Lewis
““When you are asked for trust you may give it or withhold it; it is senseless to say that you will trust if you are given demonstrative certainty. There would be no room for trust if demonstration were given.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Nature of Trust, 1945
Trust cannot be demanded by proof; it requires vulnerability and choice, not certainty.
In simple terms: Trust is a choice, not proof.
Key Takeaway
Choose trust, accept uncertainty.
Themes
trust
faith
relationship
philosophy
Mood
cautious
hopeful
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- friendships
- business partnerships
- leadership decisions
- family dynamics
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
ethical theory
human interaction
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you with trust?
- How do you rebuild trust after betrayal?
A Different Perspective
Blind trust can be exploited; discernment needed.
