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“As human beings, we anthropomorphize way too much. God's not a person. God, for me, is a power that lies outside the definition of time and space.” quote by Scott Glenn
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“As human beings, we anthropomorphize way too much. God's not a person. God, for me, is a power that lies outside the definition of time and space.”

Scott Glenn

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

He argues that God is not a person but an abstract power beyond time and space, challenging anthropomorphic views.

In simple terms: God is a non‑person power beyond time.

Key Takeaway

Think beyond literal divine images.

Themes

spirituality philosophy anthropomorphism theology identity

Mood

thought‑provoking philosophical

Type

theological reflective

When to use this quote

  • personal belief
  • interfaith dialogue
  • philosophical debate
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

abstract power metaphysics human projection

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does non‑personified divinity affect faith?
  • What are the limits of human language in describing the divine?
A Different Perspective

May conflict with religious doctrines.

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