Decisive Quote by Søren Kierkegaard
““What is decisive is that with God everything is possible. . . This is indeed a generally recognized truth, which is commonly expressed in this way, but the critical decision does not come until a person is brought to his extremity, when, humanly speaking, there is no possibility. Then the question is whether he will believe that for God everything is possible...””
About This Quote
Source Philosophy: Works of Kierkegaard, 19th century
Faith becomes decisive when rational options fail and one faces extreme limits.
In simple terms: God's possibility emerges in desperation.
Key Takeaway
Trust faith in dire moments.
Themes
faith
desperation
decision
existence
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- crisis
- ethical dilemmas
- spiritual seeking
- personal loss
- career crossroads
Key Concepts
existentialism
theology
human limits
Questions to Reflect On
- What does "extremity" mean for you?
- Can belief replace action?
A Different Perspective
Faith may not resolve practical problems alone.
