Belief Quote by Lillian Smith
“To believe in something not yet proved and to underwrite it with our lives: it is the only way we can leave the future open. Man, surrounded by facts, permitting himself no surmise, no intuitive flash, no great hypothesis, no risk, is in a locked cell. Ignorance cannot seal the mind and imagination more surely.”
About This Quote
Believing in unproven ideas and risking everything keeps future possibilities open, while rigid reliance on facts stifles imagination.
In simple terms: Risking belief opens future possibilities.
Key Takeaway
Take bold, imaginative risks.
Themes
innovation
faith
imagination
Mood
hopeful
adventurous
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- entrepreneurship
- scientific research
- creative writing
- personal growth
Key Concepts
risk taking
future planning
Questions to Reflect On
- What unproven idea excites you?
- How do you balance fact and imagination?
A Different Perspective
Too much risk can lead to failure.
