Faith, n. Belief without evidence in what is told by one who speaks without knowledge, of things without parallel.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Faith is defined as believing claims from ignorant people about unique things.
- In plain terms
- Faith is believing without proof.
- What can you take from it?
- Belief often lacks evidence.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is evidence necessary for belief?
- What is faith?
Another view
Many view faith as a virtue rather than a lack of knowledge.
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