Belief Quote by Christian Lous Lange
“But teleological considerations can lead no further than to a belief and a hope. They do not give certainty.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the International Peace Conference, 1919
Philosophical reasoning about purpose cannot provide absolute certainty, only belief and hope.
In simple terms: Purposeful thinking yields belief, not proof.
Key Takeaway
Accept uncertainty and act on hope.
Themes
philosophy
epistemology
hope
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
analytical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- ethical decision making
- policy planning
- personal purpose
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
teleology
certaintyertainty
belief
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance hope with the need for evidence?
- When is belief sufficient for action?
A Different Perspective
Belief without evidence may lead to misguided actions.
