Feelings Quote by Christian Nestell Bovee
“Genuine religion is matter of feeling rather than matter of opinion.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Thoughts on Religion, 1850s
Faith is experienced emotionally, not just intellectually, emphasizing personal feeling over doctrinal debate.
In simple terms: Religion is felt, not just thought.
Cultivate personal spiritual experiences.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- meditation
- community worship
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does feeling shape your belief?
- Can emotion replace reason in faith?
Emotions can be fleeting and may not translate into consistent practice.