Quote by C.S. Lewis

Faith is the art of holding on to things your reason has once accepted in spite of your changing moods

Faith is the art of holding on to things your reason has onc

Summary

This quote implies that faith is the ability to maintain belief in something even when our emotions fluctuate. It suggests that reason may initially lead us to accept certain truths or beliefs, but as our moods and circumstances change, doubt can arise. However, faith entails the capacity to continue holding on to these accepted ideas despite these fluctuations, indicating a deep-rooted conviction that goes beyond mere rationality.

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