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I don't know if God would agree with me, but believing in God is kind of unimportant when compared to believing in yourself. Because if you go with the idea that God gave you a mind and an ability to judge things, then he would want you to believe in yourself and not worry about believing in him. By believing in yourself you will come to the conclusion that will point to something.

Billy Corgan#45

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About this quote

What does it mean?
Believing in yourself aligns with the idea that God gave you judgment; trusting self leads to truth.
In plain terms
Trust your mind over external dogma.
What can you take from it?
Trust your inner judgment.

Where it applies

  • questioning religion
  • seeking truth

Putting it to work

  • reflect on your values

Questions to consider

  • Do you trust your own judgment?

Another view

It may conflict with traditions requiring external faith.

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