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“All the essentials of Hinduism would, I think, remain unimpaired if you subtracted the miraculous, and the same is almost true of Mohammedanism. But you cannot do that with Christianity. It is precisely the story of a great Miracle. A naturalistic Christianity leaves out all that is specifically…” quote by C.S. Lewis
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““All the essentials of Hinduism would, I think, remain unimpaired if you subtracted the miraculous, and the same is almost true of Mohammedanism. But you cannot do that with Christianity. It is precisely the story of a great Miracle. A naturalistic Christianity leaves out all that is specifically Christian. The””

C.S. Lewis

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Christianity uniquely centers on a miraculous event; removing it strips the faith of its core identity.

In simple terms: Miracle defines Christianity.

Key Takeaway

Preserve core narratives.

Themes

faith miracle identity

Mood

thoughtful serious inquisitive

Type

theological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • interfaith dialogue
  • religious education
  • personal belief formation

Key Concepts

theology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can faith survive without miracles?
  • What defines a religion’s essence?
A Different Perspective

Some see miracles metaphorically, not literally.

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