Theology is a non-subject. I'm not saying that professors…
“Theology is a non-subject. I'm not saying that professors of theology are non-professors. They do interesting things, like study biblical history, biblical literature. But theology, the study of gods, the study of what gods do, presupposes that gods exist. The only kind of theology that I take account of are those theological arguments that actually argue for the existence of God.”
About This Quote
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Argues that theology presupposes divine existence, so only arguments proving God are valid theology.
In simple terms: Theology assumes gods exist; only proof‑based theology matters.
Key Takeaway
Seek evidence.
Themes
science
skepticism
theology
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
philosophical
skeptical
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- public policy
- education curricula
Key Concepts
epistemology
faith critique
Questions to Reflect On
- Should theology be excluded from academia?
- What counts as valid theological argument?
A Different Perspective
Faith can be meaningful without proof.