The theologians also should not be irritated. For if they…
“The theologians also should not be irritated. For if they find that this opinion is false, then they would be free to condemn it; and if they discover that it is true, they ought to thank those who have opened the way to finding the true sense of the Scriptures and who have prevented them from falling into the grave scandal of condemning a true proposition.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Theologians should stay open‑minded, thanking discoveries that reveal truth rather than condemning them, to avoid scandal.
In simple terms: Stay open to new ideas and thank those who reveal truth.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility and gratitude in scholarship.
Themes
humility
scholarship
truth
open‑mindedness
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
academic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- scriptural study
- interfaith dialogue
- teaching
Key Concepts
theology
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- What biases hinder your understanding?
- How can gratitude improve scholarly discourse?
A Different Perspective
Resistance to change can be strong.