This, however, does not lie within the realm of human…
““This, however, does not lie within the realm of human possibilities. Since a human being exists only from moment to moment, his ability to recognize God, and in the act of so doing achieve authenticity, must be due to the self-disclosure of God, which by its very nature can be experienced only through faith.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Human beings can only know God through faith because God reveals Himself, not through human effort.
In simple terms: God is known by faith, not by reason.
Key Takeaway
Trust in divine revelation.
Themes
faith
theology
authenticity
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- religious study
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
divine self-disclosure
human temporality
Questions to Reflect On
- How does faith shape your sense of authenticity?
- Can divine self-disclosure be experienced without belief?
A Different Perspective
Faith alone may not satisfy empirical skeptics.