Quote by Yann Martel

Fanatics do not have faith - they have belief. With faith you let go. You trust. Whereas with belief you cling.

Fanatics do not have faith - they have belief. With faith yo

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This quote suggests that there is a distinction between faith and belief. It argues that fanatics do not possess true faith but instead hold onto strong, rigid beliefs. Faith is characterized by trust, surrender, and acceptance, whereas belief is associated with attachment, rigidity, and clinging to one's ideas. Faith encourages openness and allows for personal growth, while belief can restrict the mind and hinder the possibility of exploring different perspectives.

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