Argument Quote by Emile Durkheim
“Faith is not uprooted by dialectic proof; it must already be deeply shaken by other causes to be unable to withstand the shock of argument.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Elementary Forms of Religious Life, 1912
Faith endures only when it is already shaken; logical proof alone cannot uproot deep belief.
In simple terms: Faith needs deep challenges to be tested.
Key Takeaway
Recognize deeper influences on belief.
Themes
faith
philosophy
epistemology
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- religious discourse
- academic debate
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
belief systems
critical thinking
psychology of belief
Questions to Reflect On
- What experiences have shaken your beliefs?
- Can reason alone alter faith?
A Different Perspective
Logical arguments may not change core convictions.
