(March 1, 2010 at 2:36 pm)Minimalist Wrote:Quote:I have faith that, when I'm flying, the pilot will land the plane safely.
I had more faith in that before they deregulated the airlines.
I have a rational expectation, formed from my observations and careful thought of all factors relating to the act of flying commercially. I also have made an informed decision based upon previous data and knowledge of most factors involved, as well as comparing the relative risks.
To call it 'faith' is a belittlement of anothers mind, carefully and usually unconsciously collating and tabulating data to make decisions, augmented best with reason.