Quote by Terry Pratchett

Belief is one of the most powerful organic forces in the multiverse. It may not be able to move mountains, exactly. But it can create someone who can.People get exactly the wrong idea about belief. They think it works back to front. They think the sequence is, first object, then belief. In fact, it works the other way.

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Summary

This quote highlights the immense power of belief in shaping individuals and their actions. While belief may not have the literal ability to move mountains, it has the capacity to inspire and motivate individuals to accomplish extraordinary feats. The quote challenges the common misconception that belief is derived from objects or external factors. Instead, it asserts that belief precedes the existence of an object or the manifestation of one's desires, emphasizing the transformative and influential nature of belief in shaping personal reality.

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Belief

By Terry Pratchett

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