The Buddhists or the Jains do not depend upon God; but the…
“The Buddhists or the Jains do not depend upon God; but the whole force of their religion is directed to the great central truth in every religion, to evolve a God out of man. They have not seen the Father, but they have seen the Son. And he that hath seen the Son hath seen the Father also.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Human spiritual evolution can create divine qualities within, independent of deity worship.
In simple terms: We can develop divine traits ourselves.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner divinity through practice.
Themes
spirituality
humanism
self-improvement
Mood
reflective
philosophical
Type
inspirational
thought‑provoking
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- community service
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
inner divinity
religious philosophy
self-transformation
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you see divinity in humanity?
- How does this view affect your faith?
A Different Perspective
Not all traditions accept this view.