It must be that I am dreaming, and that I shall awaken in a moment to see that awful knife descending toward my heart- kiss me, dear, just once before I lose my dream forever." -Jane-
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I shall have to believe even though I cannot understand.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of faith in situations that are beyond our understanding.
Edgar Rice Burroughs' quote reflects the concept of belief in the face of uncertainty. It suggests that even in moments of confusion or lack of comprehension, one must still choose to have faith. This can relate to various aspects of life where logic and reason may not provide all the answers, prompting a reliance on belief or trust in something greater.
Themes
FaithBeliefUnderstandingUncertaintyTrust
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote during a motivational speech about overcoming challenges.
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