Augustine Quote by Donna Woolfolk Cross
“Is it not lack of faith that leads men to fear the scrutiny of reason? If the destination is doubtful, then the path must be fraught with fear. A robust faith need not fear, for if God exists, then reason cannot help but lead us to Him. 'Cogito, ergo Deus est,' argues St. Augustine, 'I think, therefore God is.'”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Giver" by Lois Lowry, 1993 (quoted in analysis)
Faith and reason are presented as complementary, suggesting that belief can coexist with rational inquiry.
In simple terms: Faith and reason can work together.
Key Takeaway
Balance belief with critical thinking.
Themes
faith
reason
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- debates on belief
- personal reflection
- academic study
Key Concepts
theology
epistemology
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile personal belief with evidence?
- Can faith inspire rational action?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on faith may ignore evidence; reason alone can feel cold.
![“Again, I hear almost everyday from atheists who write off religion as primitive, premodern nonsense. I summon Aquinas, Augustine, Paul [of Tarsus], Teresa of Avila, Joseph Ratzinger, and Edith Stein-in all their intellectual rigor-as allies in the the struggle against this dismissive atheism.” quote by Robert Barron](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/86d/robert-barron-13186_allies_again-i-hear-almost-everyday-from-atheis_35728.jpg)
