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Resisted Quotes

Quotes on resistance, struggle, and quiet acceptance

These quotes explore resistance in very different settings, from the scientific establishment pushing back against new astronomical ideas to reflections on faith, historical struggle, and the simple wisdom of accepting events as they come. Read together, they show how resistance can be principled, painful, or something to be let go of. For more thought-provoking sayings, see the Authorized quotes page.

It was not just the Church that resisted the heliocentrism of Copernicus.

Quotes by Tycho Brahe

The abuse of faith has to be resisted precisely.

Quotes by Pope Benedict XVI

For decades, we resisted violence - until Sharpeville.

Quotes by Oliver Tambo

Happiness is a continuation of happenings which are not resisted.

Quotes by Deepak Chopra

Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of resistance do these quotes describe?
They cover scientific pushback against new ideas, historical struggles against injustice, and even the philosophical idea of accepting life without resisting it.
Is there a quote connected to historical events?
Yes, one reflects soberly on a period of sustained nonviolent struggle against injustice that later shifted after a well-known turning point in history.
Do these quotes always describe resisting something negative?
Not always. One suggests that true happiness comes from accepting what happens rather than resisting it.
Is there a quote about science and religion?
Yes, one notes how a major astronomical idea faced pushback from established institutions of its time.
Where can I find more reflective or philosophical quotes?
You can browse related pages like Robert Patrick quotes for more thoughtful sayings.

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