Brothers and sisters Quote by Yann Martel
““It was my first clue that atheists are my brothers and sisters of a different faith. Like me, they go as far as the legs of reason will carry them - and then they leap. I'll be honest about it. It is not atheists who get stuck in my craw, but agnostics. Doubt is useful for awhile. We must all pass through the garden of Gethsemane. If Christ played with doubt, so must we. If Christ spent an anguished night in prayer, if He burst out from the Cross, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" then surely we are also permitted doubt. But we must move on. To choose doubt as a philosophy of life is akin to choosing immobility as a means of transportation.””
About This Quote
The passage argues that doubt is a natural, useful part of faith for both atheists and believers, suggesting that embracing doubt can lead to growth rather than stagnation.
In simple terms: Doubt is a useful part of belief for everyone.
Key Takeaway
Accept doubt as a catalyst for personal development.
Themes
faith
doubt
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
spiritual.
When to use this quote
- religious reflection
- personal crises
- intellectual inquiry
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
theology
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does doubt shape your beliefs?
- When is doubt constructive versus destructive?
A Different Perspective
Excessive doubt can become paralyzing; balance is needed.
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