Jesus is too colossal for the pen of phrasemongers, however artful. No man can dispose of Christianity with a bon mot.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Complex ideas like Christianity cannot be reduced to simple witty remarks.
- In plain terms
- Deep truths are too big for clever one-liners.
- What can you take from it?
- Avoid oversimplifying profound subjects.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can wit ever capture truth?
- Is simplicity always bad?
Another view
Some complex topics can be summarized effectively.
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