Quote by Jodi Picoult

People believe in God because they don't have any other explanation for things that happen.

People believe in God because they don't have any other expl

Summary

This quote suggests that some individuals turn to belief in God as a way to explain events or phenomena that they cannot comprehend or find logical explanations for. It implies that in the absence of rational explanations, faith in a higher power serves as a substitute for understanding. This perspective suggests that belief in God stems from the human need for explanations, comfort, and meaning in situations where empirical or scientific understanding falls short.

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God Religion Beliefs

By Jodi Picoult

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