I am not sure but I should betake myself in extremities to the liberal divinities of Greece, rather than to my country's God. Jehovah, though with us he has acquired new attributes, is more absolute and unapproachable, but hardly more divine, than Jove. He is not so much of a gentleman, not so gracious and catholic, he does not exert so intimate and genial an influence on nature, as many a god of the Greeks.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Greek gods seem more approachable and influential in nature than the distant, absolute God of his country.
- In plain terms
- Greek deities feel more personal than the distant national God.
- What can you take from it?
- Consider the character of the divine when reflecting on spirituality.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do some find ancient gods more relatable?
- How does culture shape divine perception?
Another view
Personal preference may bias the assessment.
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