--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Even if I accepted that Jesus - like…" description: "\"Even if I accepted that Jesus - like almost every other prophet on record - was born of a virgin, I cannot think that this proves the divinity of his f..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/22f/christopher-hitchens-117_accepted_even-if-i-accepted-that-jesus-like-almos_1523156.jpg" --- # Even if I accepted that Jesus - like almost every other… ![“Even if I accepted that Jesus - like almost every other prophet on record - was born of a virgin, I cannot think that this proves the divinity of his father or the truth of his teachings. The same would be true if I accepted that he had been resurrected.” quote by Christopher Hitchens](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/22f/christopher-hitchens-117_accepted_even-if-i-accepted-that-jesus-like-almos_1523156.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/22f/christopher-hitchens-117_accepted_even-if-i-accepted-that-jesus-like-almos_1523156.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/22f/christopher-hitchens-117_accepted_even-if-i-accepted-that-jesus-like-almos_1523156.jpg) > “Even if I accepted that Jesus - like almost every other prophet on record - was born of a virgin, I cannot think that this proves the divinity of his father or the truth of his teachings. The same would be true if I accepted that he had been resurrected.” [Christopher Hitchens](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/christopher-hitchens/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Questioning miraculous claims does not prove or disprove a figure’s divinity or teachings. **In simple terms:** Miracles don’t equal truth. Key Takeaway Evaluate teachings on evidence, not miracles. Themes religion skepticism philosophy truth Mood critical analytical Type skeptical philosophical When to use this quote - academic discussion - personal belief assessment - public policy on religion Key Concepts Epistemology Faith criticism Historical analysis Questions to Reflect On - What evidence matters most to you? - Can faith exist without miracles? 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