Incarnation' does not originally mean (as it tends to…
““Incarnation' does not originally mean (as it tends to today in some theologies of history, and in some kinds of Anglican today) that God took all of human nature as it was, put his seal of approval on it and thereby ratified nature as revelation. The point is just the opposite; that God broke through the borders of man’s definition of what is human, and gave a new, formative definition in Jesus.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
God redefines humanity through Jesus, breaking old definitions rather than merely approving existing human nature.
In simple terms: God reshapes what it means to be human via Jesus.
Key Takeaway
Embrace transformative spiritual understanding.
Themes
theology
identity
transformation
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- faith formation
- interfaith dialogue
- personal belief systems
Key Concepts
Christology
anthropology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect modern faith practice?
- What implications does it have for human dignity?
A Different Perspective
Some traditions still view the doctrine as endorsing human nature unchanged.