The doctrine of the divinity of Jesus is made a convenient cover for absurdity.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The claim that Jesus is divine is used to hide nonsensical ideas.
- In plain terms
- Calling Jesus divine hides absurdity.
- What can you take from it?
- Beware of doctrines that serve as cover for illogical claims.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do some people accept doctrines without scrutiny?
- How can we differentiate genuine belief from convenient cover?
Another view
The statement assumes a universal agreement on what is absurd.
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