Convictions Quotes

358 Convictions quotes by 263 unique authors

Tolerance is not a spiritual gift; it is the distinguishing mark of postmodernism; and sadly, it has permeated the very fiber of Christianity. Why is… — John Stott
Authentic Christians are persons who stand apart from others. Their character seems deeper, their ideas fresher, their spirit softer, their courage greater, their leadership stronger,… — Bill Hybels
A man with convictions finds an answer for everything. Convictions are the best form of protection against the living truth. — Max Frisch
The central function of imaginative literature is to make you realize that other people act on moral convictions different from your own. — William Empson
How it infuriates a bigot, when he is forced to drag out his dark convictions! — Logan Pearsall Smith
We are not abandoning our convictions, our philosophy or traditions, nor do we urge anyone to abandon theirs — Mikhail Gorbachev
I am ready to defend my convictions even unto death. I have followed the Sacred Scriptures and the holy doctors. — John Wycliffe
I have withstood the power of convictions a long time; and therefore I fear I shall be finally left of God. — David Brainerd
The whole universe or the structure that perceives it is a worthy opponent, but try as I may I can not escape the sound of… — Julian Assange
Ultimately, leadership is about the strength of one's convictions, the ability to endure the punches, and the energy to promote an idea. And I have… — Benazir Bhutto
Listen to the advice of others, but follow only what you understand and can unite in your own feeling. Be firm, be meek, but follow… — Jean-Baptiste Camille Corot
Conservatives don't need to change core convictions to embrace the growing support for equal rights for gay Americans, — Ken Mehlman
My parents were always clear with my brothers and I when we were growing up that you have to have the courage of your convictions… — David Pocock
I am a Muslim Arab, in my actions oriented very to the left, in my convictions. — Ahmed Ben Bella
If you're afraid to defend your convictions because you might get your ass kicked for it, you're not really fit to advocate for them. — James Carlos Blake
I believe passionately that Christianity is a way of life, not a theological system with which one must be in intellectual agreement. I feel that… — Leslie Weatherhead
Convictions do not imply reasons. — Margaret Deland
It is far too easy to be liked, one merely has to be accommodating and hold no strong convictions. — Adrian Tan
It is always incorrect to assume you can know what someone's moral convictions are based on their philosophical theories. — Stanley Fish
Spirituality is deeply personal. Yet, society has to face the fact that certain faiths celebrate spirituality through an overt expression of inner convictions. — Randa Abdel-Fattah
Now that I've got some films under my belt, I have the courage of my convictions regarding acting. It gives me a leg to stand… — Mira Sorvino
A very popular error: having the courage of one's convictions; rather it is a matter of having the courage for an attack on one's convictions. — Friedrich Nietzsche
[Jurors who are opposed to capital punishment are] more likely to believe that a defendant's failure to testify is indicative of his guilt, more hostile… — Thurgood Marshall
Let people say whatever they like, stick to your own convictions, and rest assured, the world will be at your feet. They say, "Have faith… — Swami Vivekananda
Now is the time to get serious about living your ideals. Once you have determined the spiritual principles you wish to exemplify, abide by these… — Epictetus

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