Acknowledge Quote by Austin Farrer
“When we pray, we must begin by conceiving God in full and vigorous images, but we must go on to acknowledge the inadequacy of them and to adhere nakedly to the imageless truth of God.”
About This Quote
Prayer starts with vivid, powerful images of God, then moves to recognize their limits and embrace the ineffable reality beyond concepts.
In simple terms: From images to the forable truth.
Key Takeaway
Balance imagination with humility.
Themes
spirituality
theology
humility
imagery
faith
epistemology
Mood
reverent
reflective
awe-inspiring
Type
theological
contemplative
instructional
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- liturgical worship
- interfaith dialogue
- spiritual counseling
- theological education
Key Concepts
concept of God
prayer practice
imageless truth
human limitation
Practical Applications
- guiding contemplative prayer
- informing religious education
Questions to Reflect On
- How does acknowledging the limits of our images affect our relationship with the divine?
- What practices help us move from conceptualizing God to experiencing the ineffable?
A Different Perspective
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