Christ Quote by Cyril of Alexandria
“Indeed the mystery of Christ runs the risk of being disbelieved precisely because it is so incredibly wonderful”
About This Quote
Source Theological writing, early 5th century, attributed to Cyril of Alexandria
The wonder of Christ makes belief difficult because the divine exceeds human expectation
In simple terms: Christ’s greatness can seem unbelievable due to its extraordinary nature
Key Takeaway
Accept that mystery can coexist with faith
Themes
faith
wonder
belief
paradox
theology
Mood
reverent
thoughtful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Religious teaching
- Personal contemplation
- Interfaith dialogue
- Apologetics
Key Concepts
Divine mystery
Human skepticism
Spiritual awe
Questions to Reflect On
- How can wonder and reason coexist?
- Does emphasizing mystery strengthen or weaken faith?
A Different Perspective
Some may argue that emphasizing wonder undermines rational inquiry
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