Faith Quote by Robertson Davies
““We come to God in little steps, not a leap, and that love of police-court truth you think so much of comes very late on the way, if it comes at all. What is truth? as Pilate asked; I've never pretended that I could have told him. I'm just glad when a boozer sobers up, or a man stops beating his woman, or a crooked lad tries to go straight. If it makes him boast a bit, that's not the worst harm it can do. You unbelieving people apply cruel, hard standards to us who believe.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Rebel Angels, 1981
Seeking truth is a gradual, step‑by‑step process; sudden revelations are rare and often unreliable.
In simple terms: Truth comes slowly, not in leaps.
Key Takeaway
Pursue truth patiently and modestly.
Themes
truth
patience
humility
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- justice
- reformation
- spiritual seeking
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- What small steps can you take toward truth?
- How do you handle uncertainty in belief?
A Different Perspective
Truth may be elusive and subjective, limiting certainty.
