Believe Quote by Glenn Frank
““The will to believe has given us our great saints. The will to doubt has given us our great scientists. The goal of the intelligent man is a character in which the will to believe of the saint and the will to doubt of the scientist meet and mingle.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown, possibly lecture or essay, early 20th century
The quote contrasts belief and doubt, suggesting that greatness arises from both faith and skepticism, and the ideal person balances them.
In simple terms: Greatness needs both belief and doubt.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate both faith and critical thinking.
Themes
belief
doubt
balance
intelligence
character
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
reflective
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal development
- scientific research
- spiritual practice
- leadership
- education
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you integrate belief and doubt in decisions?
- When does doubt become harmful?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on one side can lead to dogmatism or paralysis.
