Quote by Wilhelm von Humboldt

Faith can be interested in results only, for a truth once recognized as such puts an end to the believer's thinking.

Faith can be interested in results only, for a truth once re

Summary

This quote suggests that faith is primarily concerned with outcomes or results. It asserts that once a person recognizes a truth as genuine through their faith, it extinguishes the need for further contemplation or questioning. In other words, faith embraces the certainty of a recognized truth, rendering further intellectual reflection unnecessary. The quote implies that faith places significance on the end result rather than the process of reasoning or understanding.

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By Wilhelm von Humboldt

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