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Explaining "Faith will move mountains"

Reviewed and edited by Anwar Kareem 04/10/2024, 20:48
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What does it mean?

Faith will move mountains

The phrase "Faith will move mountains" means that having strong belief or confidence can help overcome seemingly impossible obstacles or challenges.

Tone

Inspirational

Origin

The phrase originates from the Bible, specifically Matthew 17:20, where Jesus tells his disciples that with faith as small as a mustard seed, they can move mountains.

Examples of usage

  • Even though the project seemed impossible at first, she kept telling herself that faith will move mountains.
  • His unwavering belief in their success reminded the team that faith will move mountains.
  • Convinced by the power of their conviction, they often quoted "Faith will move mountains" to motivate each other.

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