Believe Quote by John Henry Newman
“Faith is the result of the act of the will, following upon a conviction that to believe is a duty.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: "Apologia Pro Vita Sua" by John Henry Newman, 1864
Faith arises from a deliberate will to uphold a conviction, seen as a moral duty.
In simple terms: Faith is a chosen duty.
Key Takeaway
Choose belief as a responsibility.
Themes
faith
will
duty
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- ethical decisions
- spiritual formation
Key Concepts
theology
ethical philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What duties shape your convictions?
- Can will override doubt?
A Different Perspective
Faith may conflict with evidence.
