A man making the confession of any creed worth ten…
“A man making the confession of any creed worth ten minutes' intelligent talk, is always a man who gains something and gives up something. So long as he does both he can create; for he is making an outline and a shape. Mohamet created, when he forbade wine but allowed five wives: he created a very big thing, which we have still to deal with.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Confession involves sacrifice and gain; creating something new requires both.
In simple terms: Confession means giving and receiving, shaping new things.
Key Takeaway
Balance giving and receiving in creation.
Themes
faith
confession
creation
Mood
reflective
introspective
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- religious discourse
- personal reflection
- artistic creation
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you gain when you give up something?
- How does confession shape identity?
A Different Perspective
Balancing may lead to internal conflict.