Everything lives by movement, everything is maintained by equilibrium, and harmony results from the analogy of contraries; this law is the form of forms.
Eliphas LeviRead
All miracles are promised to faith, and what is faith except the audacity of will which does not hesitate in the darkness, but advances towards the light in spite of all ordeals, and surmounting all obstacles?
Interpretation
What this quote means
Faith is a bold determination that drives one to pursue light and truth, regardless of challenges.
This quote emphasizes the powerful role of faith as a driving force in overcoming difficulties. It suggests that true faith involves a courageous trust in the unseen, pushing forward through adversity and relentlessly seeking enlightenment and understanding, symbolized by the metaphor of moving towards light.
Themes
FaithAudacityLightObstaclesCourage
In practice
Example use cases
Use this quote to inspire a team during a challenging project where perseverance is required.
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