ONCE remove the old arena of theological quarrels, and you…
“ONCE remove the old arena of theological quarrels, and you will throw open the whole world to the most horrible, the most hopeless, the most endless, the most truly interminable quarrels; the untheological quarrels.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Abandoning doctrinal disputes opens the world to endless, non‑theological conflicts that are more pervasive and troubling.
In simple terms: Leaving religious arguments reveals deeper, endless quarrels.
Key Takeaway
Beware of hidden, endless conflicts.
Themes
theology
conflict
philosophy
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
critical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political debate
- interpersonal relationships
- media discourse
Key Concepts
existentialism
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- What non‑theological conflicts dominate your life?
- How can we mitigate endless quarrels?
A Different Perspective
Even without theology, disputes persist and can be more harmful.