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I respect faith, but doubt is what gives you an education
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"I respect faith, but doubt is what gives you an education"

- Wilson Mizner

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This quote by Wilson Mizner speaks with the importance of questioning and learning. He recommends that faith is essential, however it is doubt that leads to an education. Faith is a belief in something without proof, while doubt is the questioning of that belief. Doubt permits us to check out and discover more about the world around us. It encourages us to ask questions and seek out answers. Doubt can lead to a greater understanding of the world and our location in it. It can also lead to brand-new discoveries and developments. Doubt is vital for growth and development. It is through doubt that we can gain knowledge and knowledge. Therefore, it is important to respect faith, however likewise to accept doubt in order to gain an education.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Wilson Mizner between May 19, 1876 and April 3, 1933. He/she was a famous Dramatist from USA. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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