Quote by Eden Phillpotts, A Shadow Passes

Faith is a permanent and vital endowment of the human mind -- a part of reason itself. The insane alone are without it.


Faith is a permanent and vital endowment of the human mind -

Summary

This quote suggests that faith is an innate quality of the human mind, closely intertwined with reason. It asserts that only individuals who are deemed mentally unstable lack faith. In essence, faith is portrayed as a fundamental aspect of human cognition, one that provides a sense of purpose and belief in the unknown. By emphasizing its pervasiveness, the quote implies that faith is not limited to religious or spiritual domains but is deeply ingrained in human nature.

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By Eden Phillpotts, A Shadow Passes
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