Admiration Quote by C. S. Lewis
“We may note in passing that He (Jesus) was never regarded as a mere moral teacher. He did not produce that effect on any of the people who actually met Him. He produced mainly three effects - Hatred - Terror - Adoration. There was no trace of people expressing mild admiration.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Weight of Glory, 1949
Jesus provoked strong, polarized reactions—hatred, terror, adoration—rather than mild admiration.
In simple terms: Jesus evoked intense, divided responses.
Recognize the power of profound influence.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- religious debates
- personal testimony
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do some respond with hatred while others adore?
- How does cultural context shape reaction?
It may oversimplify diverse historical perspectives.