Christians . . . ought not to be threatened by fantasy and…
““Christians . . . ought not to be threatened by fantasy and imagination. Great painting is not "photographic": think of the Old Testament art commanded by God. There were blue pomegranates on the robes of the priest who went into the Holy of Holies. In nature there are no blue pomegranates. Christian artists do not need to be threatened by fantasy and imagination, for they have a basis for knowing the difference between them and the real world "out there." The Christian is the really free person--he is free to have imagination. This too is our heritage. The Christian is the one whose imagination should fly beyond the stars.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Christian imagination is free and distinct from reality, allowing creative expression beyond literal truth.
In simple terms: Christian imagination is free.
Key Takeaway
Embrace imaginative freedom.
Themes
faith
imagination
art
Mood
hopeful
thoughtful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- painting religious scenes
- writing allegories
- designing worship spaces
Key Concepts
theology
creative liberty
Questions to Reflect On
- How does imagination serve faith?
- Where should limits be set?
A Different Perspective
Balancing imagination with doctrinal truth can be challenging.