Quote by Christopher Hitchens

Trust is not the same as faith. A friend is someone you trust. Putting faith in anyone is a mistake.

Trust is not the same as faith. A friend is someone you trus

Summary

This quote highlights the distinction between trust and faith in relationships. It suggests that trust is earned and built over time, while faith implies putting blind belief or trust in someone without evidence. It asserts that it is better to trust someone based on their actions and reliability rather than blindly having faith in them. By emphasizing the importance of trust, the quote suggests that trusting someone is a deliberate and rational action, while having faith in anyone can be seen as a potential error due to lack of evidence or certainty.

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Trust Faith

By Christopher Hitchens

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