Assumption Quote by Christopher J. H. Wright
“We tend to speak of sin in very personal and individual terms. Jeremiah does not downplay that, but he also sees how a whole society can be bound up in the tentacles of sin, in the assumptions that everybody around you makes, about how it becomes easier to sin than not to, and how we can become so confused and contradictory in our reactions, when sin is pointed out.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The New Testament and Its World, 2010
Describes sin as both personal and societal, showing how collective assumptions can entrap individuals
In simple terms: Sin is both personal and shaped by society
Key Takeaway
Examine societal norms that enable wrongdoing
Themes
sin
society
morality
collective responsibility
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
theological
sociological
When to use this quote
- church teachings
- community counseling
- public policy
- education
- media analysis
Key Concepts
theology
ethical psychology
social dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What societal beliefs reinforce harmful behavior?
- How can communities balance personal and collective moral responsibility?
A Different Perspective
Individual accountability may be overlooked when focusing on systemic sin
