Basis Quote by C. John Sommerville
““A religion can be judged only on the basis of another religion.””
About This Quote
A religion should be evaluated only by comparing it to another faith, not by external standards.
In simple terms: Judge religions relative to each other.
Key Takeaway
Comparative analysis avoids bias.
Themes
religion
philosophy
comparative studies
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
theoretical
When to use this quote
- interfaith dialogues
- academic curricula
- media reporting
Key Concepts
epistemology
cultural relativism
Practical Applications
- use cross‑faith frameworks
- avoid ethnocentric criteria
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria are fair for inter‑faith comparison?
- Can universal values be identified?
A Different Perspective
Some ethical claims may transcend specific religions, making pure relativism limiting.
