Believe Quote by Kate DiCamillo
““Pascal," said Dr. Meescham, "had it that since it could not be proven whether God existed, one might as well believe that he did, because there was everything to gain by believing and nothing to lose. This is how it is for me. What do I lose if I choose to believe? Nothing!" "Take this squirrel, for instance. Ulysses. Do I believe he can type poetry? Sure, I do believe it. There is much more beauty in the world if I believe such a thing is possible.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Tale of the Squirrel, 2021
The passage argues that believing in something unprovable, like God, is low risk and can add beauty to life, using a whimsical example of a squirrel poet.
In simple terms: Believing in the unprovable can enrich life.
Key Takeaway
Embrace belief that adds wonder.
Themes
faith
wonder
risk
creativity
Mood
hopeful
playful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- creative writing
- spiritual exploration
- everyday wonder
Key Concepts
philosophy
existentialism
literary metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you gain by believing?
- Is there value in believing without proof?
A Different Perspective
Belief without evidence may lead to false expectations.
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