Little faith Quote by Erich Fromm
“Love means to commit oneself without guarantee, to give oneself completely in the hope that our love will produce love in the loved person. Love is an act of faith, and whoever is of little faith is also of little love.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Loving, 1956
Love requires total commitment without certainty, demanding faith and self‑sacrifice; lacking faith limits love.
In simple terms: Love needs commitment, faith, and self‑giving.
Key Takeaway
Commit fully, even without guarantees.
Themes
love
faith
commitment
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Romantic partnership
- parental love
- friendship
- spiritual devotion
Key Concepts
Existentialism
psychology
relationships
Questions to Reflect On
- What does faith mean in love?
- Can love survive without certainty?
A Different Perspective
Faith alone may not sustain love in adversity.
