How shall the dead arise, is no question of my faith; to believe only possibilities, is not faith, but mere philosophy.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Faith goes beyond mere possibility; believing resurrection is faith not just philosophical speculation.
- In plain terms
- Faith means believing in what is possible, not just possible.
- What can you take from it?
- Faith requires more than just believing possibilities exist.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where do you draw the line between faith and philosophy?
- What do you believe beyond evidence?
Another view
The line between philosophy and faith can be subjective.
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