Quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.

The great act of faith is when a man decides he is not God.

The great act of faith is when a man decides he is not God.

Summary

This quote suggests that true faith comes from realizing one's limitations and recognizing that one is not all-knowing or all-powerful. It emphasizes the importance of acknowledging one's place in the grand scheme of things and surrendering the idea of being in control of everything. It embraces humility and signifies that genuine faith arises when one humbly accepts their humanity, acknowledging the existence of a higher power beyond oneself.

By Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.

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