Belief Quote by Karlfried Graf Durckheim
“Belief is not truly belief while doubt can still touch it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Psychology of Belief, 1955
He suggests that true belief is unshakable; any lingering doubt means belief is incomplete.
In simple terms: True belief has no doubt.
Key Takeaway
Seek certainty in convictions.
Themes
belief
certainty
faith
psychology
philosophy
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- Personal decision‑making
- spiritual practice
- academic debate
- political ideology
Key Concepts
Epistemology
cognitive dissonance
Questions to Reflect On
- Is doubt always negative?
- How to handle doubt in core beliefs?
A Different Perspective
Absolute certainty is rare; doubt can be healthy.
