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“It is time we realized that faith is an impostor.”

Sam Harris

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Sometimes, people might believe in something very strongly without having any evidence to back up those beliefs. This quote suggests that having faith—trusting without proof—can sometimes deceive us. It's like when someone gets an email saying they've won a lottery, but they never entered one. If they believe it and send money, they are deceived. Believing things without checking can lead to mistakes or harm. For example, in history, many explorers thought they would find rivers of gold in new lands because of stories they heard. They went on long, challenging journeys, but they found no gold. If we rely too much on faith without any facts, we might end up disappointed. To avoid this, it's better to ask questions and look for evidence before believing in something. This way, our actions are based on reality and not just on hopes.

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Belief Critical thinking Doubt Faith Introspection Philosophy Realization Religion Skepticism Truth
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