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Across world spiritual traditions, trust refers to the act of having faith in a higher power or the universe. Many traditions converge on the idea that trust is essential for spiritual growth and inner peace. However, they diverge in their interpretations and applications of trust, offering unique perspectives on its role in spiritual development.

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As Scripture says, 'Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen' (Hebrews 11:1).
St. John of the Cross
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Ascent of Mount Carmel, p. 122
You may believe in a God with form or a formless God, but your faith must be genuine and complete. It is through faith alone that one achieves everything.
Ramakrishna Paramhamsa
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The Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna, p. 194
Regardless of their inherent nature, these things cannot help him love God as much as the smallest act of living faith and hope, which is done with selflessness and detachment from all things.
St. John of the Cross
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Ascent of Mount Carmel, p. 266
Have contentment, work with love, maintain purity of mind and body, practice contemplation, and have faith in the Lord, viewing all with equanimity.
Guru Nanak
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Japji Sahib (Gurmukhi and English), p. 63
My advice is to not strive for supernatural powers or rapid Kundalini awakening. Instead, cultivate devotion to God, have complete faith in Him, and embody a spirit of service to humanity. The Kundalini will awaken naturally.
Swami Sivananda
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Bliss Divine, p. 279
Let people act according to their faith.
Ramakrishna Paramhamsa
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The Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna, p. 859
Those who follow faith and self-discipline in the forest, remaining calm and full of knowledge, and living on alms, free themselves from the dust of their passions. They then pass through the gate of the Sun to the place of the Immortal, the Spirit, and the imperishable Self.
Vedic Sages
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The Upanishads — Texts, Translations and Commentaries, p. 182
Our life should become a pure reflection of the supreme life, which is greater than all our potential and actual vitality. The mind should surrender to be a faithful mirror of the superconscient existence.
Vedic Sages
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The Upanishads — Texts, Translations and Commentaries, p. 163
The devotion to Hari is scarce attainable even by the sages, but it can be easily attained by men who constantly listen to this story with faith.
Tulsidas
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Ramcharitmanas — Uttar Kand Part 2 (verses 1023–1101), p. 73
However, that Maya is a handmaid of Rama. Although she is unreal when understood, there is no release from her grip except by Rama's grace. I declare this with utmost confidence.
Tulsidas
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Ramcharitmanas — Uttar Kand Part 2 (verses 1023–1101), p. 3
You are truly blessed, virtuous lady, with a holy idea and a deep love for Lord Rama's feet. Listen to this sacred story, which will end the delusion of the universe, inspire faith in Lord Rama, and help one cross the ocean of worldly existence with ease.
Tulsidas
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Ramcharitmanas — Uttar Kand Part 1 (verses 949–1022), p. 61
Return to your home, but remember me and follow the teachings of your faith in your thoughts, words, and actions.
Tulsidas
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Ramcharitmanas — Uttar Kand Part 1 (verses 949–1022), p. 28
The Lord says, 'I take care of those who worship Me with undivided faith, just like a mother takes care of her child.'
Lord Raghunatha
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Ramcharitmanas — Aranya Kand (verses 647–710), p. 60
May happiness, faith, and piety perish where there is no devotion to Rama's lotus feet.
Tulsidas
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Ramcharitmanas — Ayodhya Kand Part 6 (verses 601–646), p. 12
No one is as dear to me as Shiva. Never give up this faith, not even by mistake.
Tulsidas
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Ramcharitmanas — Bal Kand Part 2 (verses 98–165), p. 45
The sages were gladdened at heart after hearing Bhavani's words and perceiving her devotion and faith.
Tulsidas
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Ramcharitmanas — Bal Kand Part 1 (verses 1–97), p. 97
I lack confidence in my intellectual abilities, so I humbly ask for your guidance.
Tulsidas
HinduTeachingMindTrustSanskrit
Ramcharitmanas — Bal Kand Part 1 (verses 1–97), p. 14
The Prophet said, "Until a person loves God and His Prophet more than anything else, they do not have the right faith"
Prophet
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Alchemy of Happiness (Al-Ghazali — scripture edition), p. 42
The Prophet said, "Death is a bridge that unites friends," and "The world is a paradise for the faithless, but a prison for the faithful."
Prophet
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Alchemy of Happiness (Al-Ghazali — scripture edition), p. 22
Every child is born with a predisposition towards their natural faith; then their parents influence them to become something else.
Prophet
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Alchemy of Happiness (Al-Ghazali — scripture edition), p. 10