Boldness Quote by Richard Cecil
“Faith laughs at the shaking of the spear; unbelief trembles at the shaking of a leaf.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Faith and Reason, 2018
Contrasts faith’s confidence with unbelief’s fear, using metaphor of spear and leaf.
In simple terms: Faith is bold; doubt is timid.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate confident belief.
Themes
faith
doubt
confidence
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal belief
- public discourse
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
theology
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What gives you confidence in belief?
- How does doubt shape understanding?
A Different Perspective
May alienate skeptics.
