[Heresy is] the dislocation of a complete and…
“[Heresy is] the dislocation of a complete and self-supporting scheme by the introduction of a novel denial of some essential part therein.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A belief system is destabilized when a fundamental element is denied, revealing its fragility.
In simple terms: Denying a key part shows a belief’s weakness.
Examine core assumptions before rejecting them.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- debates
- academic critique
- political discourse
- religious doctrine
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Which core belief have you questioned?
- How do you handle contradictions?
Not all systems survive challenges; some collapse under scrutiny.