Interpretation Matter Quotes by Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I of Constantinople

Arrogance and fanaticism cause the hardening of positions taken and entrenchment can only lead to a dead end.

— Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I of Constantinople

Man has sought to take from the natural world not only that which is necessary for his stability and survival, but often seeks to…

— Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I of Constantinople

... the ecological problem of our times demands a radical reevaluation of how we see the entire world; it demands a different interpretation of…

— Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I of Constantinople

Taking away the peace of a people, committing every act of violence, or consenting to such acts, especially when directed against the weakest and…

— Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I of Constantinople

Consider the willful scorching of the earth, over-fishing, wasteful hunting, excessive and dangerous recycling of resources, and other similar "injustices" against the ways of…

— Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I of Constantinople

We call for an end to the killing of one another, and we denounce the violence and fanaticism that threatens life. The victory of…

— Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I of Constantinople

Learning to be silent is far more difficult and far more important than learning to recite prayers.

— Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I of Constantinople