Faith Quote by Reinhold Niebuhr
““Nothing that is worth doing can be achieved in our lifetime; therefore we must be saved by hope. Nothing which is true or beautiful or good makes complete sense in any immediate context of history; therefore we must be saved by faith. Nothing we do, no matter how virtuous, can be accomplished alone; therefore we must be saved by love.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Moral Man and Immoral Society, 1932
Human beings cannot achieve ultimate meaning or lasting good alone; hope, faith, and love are essential guides beyond temporal limits.
In simple terms: We need hope, faith, and love to transcend life's limits.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate hope, faith, and love in daily life.
Themes
hope
faith
love
human limitation
transcendence
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- social activism
- spiritual practice
- community building
Key Concepts
Existentialism
theology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you rely on love when alone feels insufficient?
- What role does hope play in your daily decisions?
A Different Perspective
Hope and faith may be challenged by cynicism or despair.
