Quote by Herman Melville

Faith, like a jackal, feeds among the tombs, and even from these dead doubts she gathers her most vital hope.

Faith, like a jackal, feeds among the tombs, and even from t

Summary

This quote suggests that faith, although often associated with positive beliefs and hope, can also thrive in the midst of doubt and uncertainty. The comparison of faith to a jackal, a scavenger animal that survives among graveyards, implies that faith can find nourishment in times of darkness and despair. It highlights the idea that faith can draw strength from questioning and skepticism, using them as a springboard to bolster its conviction and to find renewed hope in seemingly hopeless situations.

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By Herman Melville

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