Keep always in mind the rule of faith which I profess and…
![“Keep always in mind the rule of faith which I profess and by which I bear witness that the Father and the Son and the Spirit are inseparable from each other, and then you will understand what is meant by it. Observe now that I say the Father is other [distinct], the Son is other, and the Spirit is…” quote by Tertullian](https://sms4smile.com/q/i/55d/tertullian-3469_bears_keep-always-in-mind-the-rule-of-faith-wh_1569258.png)
“Keep always in mind the rule of faith which I profess and by which I bear witness that the Father and the Son and the Spirit are inseparable from each other, and then you will understand what is meant by it. Observe now that I say the Father is other [distinct], the Son is other, and the Spirit is other. This statement is wrongly understood by every uneducated or perversely disposed individual, as if it meant diversity and implied by that diversity a separation of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The passage attempts to explain the Trinity by emphasizing the distinctness yet inseparability of Father, Son, and Spirit, warning against misinterpretations that suggest separation.
In simple terms: Trinity: distinct yet united persons.
Key Takeaway
Understand unity in diversity.
Themes
theology
unity
distinction
Mood
contemplative
educational
Type
theological
doctrinal
When to use this quote
- church teaching
- seminary study
- interfaith dialogue
- personal belief formation
Key Concepts
Trinity doctrine
Christian doctrine
philosophical theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does one convey deep doctrine simply?
- What are the risks of over‑intellectualizing faith?
A Different Perspective
Complex language can obscure meaning for lay audiences.