Pavlos Maros
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Faith, at its core, involves using what we think we know, to bridge the gap to what we do not know or cannot be certain about. It is a mechanism by which belief and hope intersect with uncertainty.
For example, when a reasonable person has faith in their ability to pass a driving test, they are relying on their past knowledge and present abilities as evidence of their capability. However, because the future is inherently uncertain, their faith also requires belief and hope, belief in their preparedness and hope that circumstances align in their favour.
This is faith, the conviction in something for which there can be no absolute proof.
Contrast this with the statement, “I have trust that the sun will rise tomorrow.” This is not faith at all, because it does not require belief or hope; the system is, by all accounts, predictable. The sun rising is supported by overwhelming evidence and scientific consistency. There is no significant uncertainty, so no belief is needed.
Faith, deals with the unknown, but it is not informed by what we do know or can trust. It is not purely a choice. To choose faith without any connection to knowledge or reasonable certainty could be called blind faith. Blind faith, while not inherently bad, is disconnected from evidence and understanding. It becomes more reliable when supplemented by knowledge and awareness, which is why disciplines like science, philosophy, and art are so valuable. These fields expand our understanding of the world, our place in it, and how we express and navigate our beliefs.
Faith devoid of personal knowledge, or worse, rooted in suppressed or indoctrinated knowledge, is dangerous. It leaves individuals vulnerable, disconnected from their own perceptions and reasoning, and overly reliant on external influences. In such cases, faith becomes unstable, as it is too easily swayed by fleeting circumstances.
Trust is an indispensable part of human cognition because it is grounded in evidence, reason, and experience. It is most beneficial when tempered by rationality and knowledge, allowing us to navigate reality effectively and grow in understanding.
Faith, on the other hand, deals with uncertainty and the unknown. While it can provide hope and motivation, it carries the risk of leading to self-deception or harm if not informed by evidence or reason. Blind faith, in particular, can disconnect individuals from reality and leave them vulnerable to manipulation or error. Therefore, while faith can have its uses, trust is the more reliable foundation for guiding us toward growth, understanding, and meaningful action.
What do you think faith is?
What use does it have?
For example, when a reasonable person has faith in their ability to pass a driving test, they are relying on their past knowledge and present abilities as evidence of their capability. However, because the future is inherently uncertain, their faith also requires belief and hope, belief in their preparedness and hope that circumstances align in their favour.
This is faith, the conviction in something for which there can be no absolute proof.
Contrast this with the statement, “I have trust that the sun will rise tomorrow.” This is not faith at all, because it does not require belief or hope; the system is, by all accounts, predictable. The sun rising is supported by overwhelming evidence and scientific consistency. There is no significant uncertainty, so no belief is needed.
Faith, deals with the unknown, but it is not informed by what we do know or can trust. It is not purely a choice. To choose faith without any connection to knowledge or reasonable certainty could be called blind faith. Blind faith, while not inherently bad, is disconnected from evidence and understanding. It becomes more reliable when supplemented by knowledge and awareness, which is why disciplines like science, philosophy, and art are so valuable. These fields expand our understanding of the world, our place in it, and how we express and navigate our beliefs.
Faith devoid of personal knowledge, or worse, rooted in suppressed or indoctrinated knowledge, is dangerous. It leaves individuals vulnerable, disconnected from their own perceptions and reasoning, and overly reliant on external influences. In such cases, faith becomes unstable, as it is too easily swayed by fleeting circumstances.
Trust is an indispensable part of human cognition because it is grounded in evidence, reason, and experience. It is most beneficial when tempered by rationality and knowledge, allowing us to navigate reality effectively and grow in understanding.
Faith, on the other hand, deals with uncertainty and the unknown. While it can provide hope and motivation, it carries the risk of leading to self-deception or harm if not informed by evidence or reason. Blind faith, in particular, can disconnect individuals from reality and leave them vulnerable to manipulation or error. Therefore, while faith can have its uses, trust is the more reliable foundation for guiding us toward growth, understanding, and meaningful action.
What do you think faith is?
What use does it have?
Same old response --------So lame ----your responses are never supported ----they are just your lame --same responses ------your whole OP shows just how lost your credibility is about your limited knowledge of what Faith is and isn't ----- 
