Quote by Soren Kierkegaard

If I am capable of grasping God objectively, I do not believe, but precisely because I cannot do this I must believe.


If I am capable of grasping God objectively, I do not believ

Summary

This quote, often attributed to Søren Kierkegaard, emphasizes the idea that belief in God requires a subjective leap rather than objective understanding. It suggests that if one were able to comprehend God fully and objectively, belief would not be necessary, as it would become a mere fact or knowledge. However, since the nature of God surpasses human comprehension, belief becomes a crucial act of faith. The quote suggests that it is through embracing this subjective leap, accepting the limits of human understanding, that one can cultivate true belief in God.

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God
By Soren Kierkegaard
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