Ah! what if some unshamed iconoclast Crumbling old fetish raiments of the past, Rises from dead cerements the Christ at last? What if men take to following where He leads, Weary of mumbling Athanasian creeds?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker questions whether breaking old religious traditions and following Christ directly could free people from rigid doctrines.
- In plain terms
- Questioning old religious rules may lead to a more personal faith.
- What can you take from it?
- Consider examining traditions rather than accepting them blindly.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What traditions do you keep unquestioned?
- When is it wise to challenge authority?
Another view
Discarding tradition can also erase valuable cultural heritage.
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