Apostolic Quote by Charles Hodge
“That the apostolic office is temporary, is a plain historical fact.”
About This Quote
Source Theology Textbook: Systematic Theology, Charles Hodge, 1855
The apostolic role was intended as a temporary, historically bound office.
In simple terms: Apostolic office was not meant to be permanent.
Key Takeaway
Understand the historical context of church leadership.
Themes
church history
apostolic succession
temporary roles
Mood
scholarly
analytical
Type
historical
theological
When to use this quote
- church governance
- mission work
- historical study
- denominational debates
Key Concepts
theology
ecclesiology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing temporariness affect church structure?
- What implications does this have for contemporary leadership?
A Different Perspective
Modern institutions may claim permanence despite original intent.
