Oh ye of little faith In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "oh ye of little faith", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Julia Huong calendar 2021-12-19 11:12

Meaning of Oh ye of little faith

Oh ye of little faith saying phrase

A gentle and humorous rebuke of someone who has been skeptical of what he/she promises to do.

A: “I hope it works well.” B: “Oh ye of little faith.”

A: “My dress is full of ink. I'm afraid it won't be washed.” B: “Oh ye of little faith.”

A: “Are you sure you're going in the right direction?” B: “Oh ye of little faith.”

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Origin of Oh ye of little faith

The phrase appears four times in the King James Bible.

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