Quote by Dorothy Day, On Pilgrimage

If I did not believe, if I did not make what is called an act of faith (and each act of faith increases our faith, and our capacity for faith), if I did not have faith that the works of mercy do lighten the sum total of suffering in the world, so that those who are suffering on both sides of this ghastly struggle somehow mysteriously find their pain lifted and some balm of consolation poured on their wounds, if I did not believe these things, the problem of evil would indeed be overwhelming.

If I did not believe, if I did not make what is called an ac

Summary

The quote highlights the importance of faith in overcoming the problem of evil. It suggests that by having faith and engaging in acts of mercy, suffering can be alleviated in the world. Belief in the power of these works of mercy gives hope and solace to those in pain, allowing them to find comfort and healing. Without faith in this process, the enormity of evil may seem insurmountable. The quote also acknowledges that each act of faith strengthens one's capacity for belief, reinforcing the transformative power of faith in combating the existence of evil.

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By Dorothy Day, On Pilgrimage

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