Coitus Quote by A. P. Herbert
““Holy Mother we do believe, That without sin Thou didst conceive; May we now in Thee believing, Also sin without conceiving.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Holy Mother” by A. P. Herbert, 1950s
The speaker paradoxically claims belief in a sinless conception while also desiring sin without conception, highlighting a theological contradiction.
In simple terms: A paradox about belief and sin.
Key Takeaway
Question the consistency of such beliefs.
Themes
theology
paradox
belief
Mood
conflicted
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
provocative
When to use this quote
- religious debate
- personal reflection
- ethical discussion
Key Concepts
contradiction
faith
logic
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this paradox affect personal faith?
- Can belief be reconciled with logical inconsistency?
A Different Perspective
The argument may ignore deeper doctrinal complexities.
