The absurd and legendary devil is the enigma of the Church.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The devil is a mysterious or contradictory figure within religious doctrine.
- In plain terms
- The devil is a confusing concept for the Church.
- What can you take from it?
- Some religious ideas remain deeply mysterious.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What religious concepts confuse you?
- How do you handle mystery?
Another view
It oversimplifies complex theological debates.
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