Better Quote by Robert Cecil
“Faith makes all evil good to us, and all good better; unbelief makes all good evil, and all evil worse. Faith laughs at the shaking of the spear; unbelief trembles at the shaking of a leaf.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: The History of England, 1603‑1689, Robert Cecil, 1625
Faith reframes perception, turning evil into a lesson and good into a higher ideal; unbelief does the opposite, making good seem flawed and evil worse.
In simple terms: Faith changes how we see good and evil.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how belief shapes moral judgment.
Themes
faith
perception
morality
belief
skepticism
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- religious debate
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your belief system color your moral judgments?
- Can you see value in both faith and doubt?
A Different Perspective
Faith may blind to real harm; unbelief can lead to cynicism.
