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Belief Quote by Yann Martel

“If you stumble at mere believability, what are you living for? [...] Love is hard to believe, ask any lover. Life is hard to believe, ask any scientist.” quote by Yann Martel
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““If you stumble at mere believability, what are you living for? [...] Love is hard to believe, ask any lover. Life is hard to believe, ask any scientist.””

Yann Martel

About This Quote

Source Novel: Life of Pi, 2001

Belief is challenging; love and existence require faith despite uncertainty

In simple terms: Love and life demand belief even when evidence is scarce

Key Takeaway

Cultivate openness to love and scientific wonder

Themes

faith existence love

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • Romantic relationships
  • scientific inquiry
  • personal crises
  • creative pursuits

Key Concepts

Epistemology emotional resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What do you find hardest to believe?
  • How do you balance skepticism and hope?
A Different Perspective

Blind faith can lead to disillusionment without critical thinking

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