Believe Quote by Graham Greene
“Sometimes I see myself reflected too closely in other men for comfort, and then I have an enormous wish to believe in the saints, in heroic virtue.”
About This Quote
He notes seeing himself in others for comfort, then yearning for saintly virtue and heroic ideals.
In simple terms: Finds comfort in others, then seeks heroic virtue.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate personal virtue beyond reflections.
Themes
self‑reflection
idealism
comfort
Mood
hopeful
contemplative
Type
personal
spiritual
When to use this quote
- self‑help
- spiritual practice
- role models
Key Concepts
saints
heroic virtue
identity
Questions to Reflect On
- What virtues do you admire most?
- How do you embody them daily?
A Different Perspective
Idealism can clash with reality.
