Atheists Quote by David Foster Wallace
““There are no atheists in foxy holes.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Consider the Lobster, 2004
There are no atheists in foxholes; extreme stress reveals belief or lack thereof.
In simple terms: Extreme stress reveals belief or lack thereof.
Key Takeaway
Examine beliefs under pressure.
Themes
belief
stress
existence
Mood
introspective
serious
Type
essayistic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- combat
- crisis
- personal emergencies
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology of belief
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you confront belief in crisis?
- What comforts you when facing uncertainty?
A Different Perspective
Not all crises reveal belief.
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