Kierkegaard coined 'leap of faith' to describe faith beyond rational justification
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Leap of faith
Kierkegaard coined 'leap of faith' to describe faith beyond rational justification
Kierkegaard believed that religious faith transcends rationality and cannot be justified solely through reason. He argued that faith requires a personal commitment that goes beyond logical reasoning. This leap of faith is essential for embracing religious beliefs, as it involves trusting in something without empirical evidence.
Example
A person may choose to believe in miracles or divine intervention despite lacking rational proof, relying instead on personal conviction and faith.
Understanding Kierkegaard's concept of the 'leap of faith' highlights the distinction between faith-based beliefs and those grounded in rationality.
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