Faith Quote by Simone Weil
““We should not seize upon these mysteries as truths, for that is impossible, but recognize the subordination to these mysteries which we love of all that we seize upon as truths. The intelligence can recognize this subordination by feeling that the love of these mysteries is the source of conceptions which it can seize upon as truths. Such should be the relationship between faith and love.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Need for Roots”, 1949
Faith should acknowledge mysteries as beyond full truth, seeing love for them as the basis of our concepts.
In simple terms: Love mysteries, see them as basis for ideas.
Key Takeaway
Let love guide belief, not certainty.
Themes
faith
love
knowledge
humility
Mood
contemplative
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- spiritual practice
- academic study
Key Concepts
mysticism
epistemology
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does love change your view of truth?
- Can mystery coexist with certainty?
A Different Perspective
Faith without love can become rigid dogma.
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