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Different Beliefs Quotes

On what really divides people who see things differently.

One quote argues that the real fault line isn't between people who simply hold different beliefs, but between those who hold their beliefs with humility versus certainty. Another rejects hatred toward anyone with different beliefs outright, tying directly into our Belief collection.

The basic fault lines today are not between people with different beliefs but between people who hold these beliefs with an element of uncertainty and people who hold these beliefs with a pretense of certitude.

Quotes by Peter L. Berger

The essence of belief is the establishment of a habit; and different beliefs are distinguished by the different modes of action to which they give rise.

Quotes by Charles Sanders Peirce

There are a lot of different beliefs for tightening up your core. I think just being conscious of it and being aware to engage your muscles will help any woman's tummy get in shape.

Quotes by Brooke Burke

Racial prejudice, anti-Semitism, or hatred of anyone with different beliefs has no place in the human mind or heart.

Quotes by Billy Graham

Action Quotes

I believe that the federal government should respect the freedoms that Canadians enjoy to have different beliefs and that by imposing personal values of Justin Trudeau on a wide variety of groups is not an appropriate way to go.

Quotes by Andrew Scheer

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the quote about 'fault lines' argue regarding different beliefs?
It claims the real division today isn't between people who simply believe different things, but between those who hold beliefs with humility and doubt versus those who hold them with false certainty. It reframes tolerance as being less about the belief itself and more about how firmly it's held.
Do these quotes connect different beliefs to prejudice?
Yes, one directly states that racial prejudice, anti-Semitism and hatred of people over their beliefs are all forms of bigotry that a decent person should simply refuse to carry. Learn more in our Belief quotes.
How is belief itself defined in this topic?
One quote describes the essence of belief as forming a habit, with different beliefs distinguished mainly by the different actions or habits they produce in a person's life.
Is there a quote connecting different beliefs to physical health practices?
Yes, one mentions there being a lot of different beliefs around tightening the core, suggesting that even practical, everyday advice can carry as much variation as religious or political belief.
What's the overall message across these different beliefs quotes?
Together they suggest that holding different beliefs isn't the real problem, whether in religion, politics or fitness advice; how rigidly or open-mindedly those beliefs are held matters far more.

A more philosophical entry defines belief itself as a habit, distinguished mainly by the different actions it produces in people. For related reading, see our Action page.