What has been presented as Christianity during these nineteen centuries is only a beginning, full of mistakes, not full blown Christianity springing from the spirit of Jesus.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Historical Christianity has been an imperfect beginning rather than the complete realization of Jesus's spirit.
- In plain terms
- What we call Christianity is flawed and incomplete compared to Jesus's true vision.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize religious traditions as work in progress.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is your faith aligned with its original spirit?
- How do institutions distort original teachings?
Another view
This view might overlook the value developed in historical traditions.
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