Faith is Directional Risk

Belief can often be shallow, reflecting the excitement of communal experiences rather than deep understanding. Kierkegaard challenges the perception of faith as merely 'weak belief' based on non-public evidence, such as emotions or group affirmations. Instead, he emphasizes that human existence should not revolve around seeking certainty but rather embracing the inherent risk of living. Faith, in this framework, is conceptualized as 'risk with a direction,' indicating that everyone, whether acting in good or bad faith, is pursuing something that they prioritize and value.