The absurdity of faith is what makes it a true test of devotion from "summary" of Fear and Trembling by Soren Kierkegaard
The paradox of faith lies in its very nature - the demand for belief in something that defies reason and logic. To have faith in the face of the absurd requires a leap that goes beyond the confines of rationality. One must be willing to suspend their own understanding in order to embrace something that transcends human comprehension. This act of surrender is what makes faith a true test of devotion. The absurdity of faith is not simply a matter of believing in something without evidence or reason. It is a recognition of the limits of human understanding and a willingness to accept the unknown. Faith requires a surrender of the intellect and a submission to a higher power that cannot be explained or understood. This surrender is what separates faith from mere belief, as it involves a profound trust in something that is beyond our control. The absurdity of faith is a challenge that confronts every believer. It forces them to grapple with the uncertainties and contradictions that arise when one chooses to believe in something that goes against all reason. The true test of devotion lies in the willingness to embrace this absurdity and to trust in something that cannot be proven or explained. Through this act of faith, one enters into a realm of uncertainty and doubt. It is a test of one's commitment to a belief that defies all logic and reason. The absurdity of faith demands a level of devotion that goes beyond mere intellectual assent. It requires a surrender of the self and a submission to something greater than oneself.- One must find the courage to believe in spite of all evidence to the contrary. This act of faith is what makes devotion a true test of one's commitment. It is a challenge that requires a willingness to embrace the unknown and to trust in something that lies beyond the realm of human understanding. Ultimately, the absurdity of faith is what makes it a true test of devotion.
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