Devotion Quote by Charles Williams
“Unless devotion is given to the thing which must prove false in the end, the thing that is true in the end cannot enter.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Book of the Damned, 1912
Truth cannot be reached if one clings to false beliefs; devotion must be directed toward reality.
In simple terms: Truth requires abandoning falsehoods.
Key Takeaway
Question your assumptions before committing.
Themes
philosophy
truth
faith
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- religious debate
- scientific inquiry
- personal decision making
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
epistemology
skepticism
belief systems
Questions to Reflect On
- What beliefs might you be holding onto?
- How can you test the validity of a belief?
A Different Perspective
Overcoming deeply held false beliefs can be emotionally painful.
