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Believe Quote by William Sloane Coffin

“There is nothing anti-intellectual in the leap of faith, for faith is not believing without proof but trusting without reservation.” quote by William Sloane Coffin
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“There is nothing anti-intellectual in the leap of faith, for faith is not believing without proof but trusting without reservation.”

William Sloane Coffin

About This Quote

Source Speech: Remarks on Faith, William Sloane Coffin, 1970

Faith involves trust beyond evidence, not blind belief, highlighting the courage to rely on conviction.

In simple terms: Faith is trust without proof.

Key Takeaway

Trust beyond evidence.

Themes

faith trust philosophy

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal crises
  • ethical decisions
  • leadership
  • risk taking

Key Concepts

existentialism spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you trusted without proof?
  • What risks does trust entail?
A Different Perspective

Blind faith can ignore reality.

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