Christianity Quote by C. S. Lewis
“I gave up Christianity at about 14. Came back to it when getting on for 30. Not an emotional conversion; almost purely philosophical. I didn't want to. I'm not in the least a religious type. I want to be let alone, to feel I'm my own master; but since the facts seemed to be just the opposite, I had to give in.”
About This Quote
Source Autobiographical essay, 1950s
He rejected religion for independence, but philosophical evidence led him back.
In simple terms: Philosophical reasoning restored his faith.
Key Takeaway
Consider evidence before dismissing belief.
Themes
faith
philosophy
personal growth
Mood
thoughtful
introspective
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- academic study
- personal reflection
- debate
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
existentialism
rationalism
Questions to Reflect On
- What arguments most convinced you of a belief?
- Can reason alone sustain faith?
A Different Perspective
Intellectual conversion may lack emotional depth.
