Abyss Quote by William James
“To leap across an abyss, one is better served by faith than doubt.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Pragmatism and Faith, Harvard University, 1902
Faith is more effective than doubt when confronting vast unknowns.
In simple terms: Belief helps bridge huge gaps.
Key Takeaway
Choose belief over paralysis.
Themes
faith
doubt
psychology
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- making big decisions
- overcoming fear
- risk taking
Key Concepts
pragmatism
existential risk
confidence
Questions to Reflect On
- When is doubt more useful?
- How do you balance faith and reason?
A Different Perspective
Faith without evidence can be reckless.
