Able Quote by Dan Brown
“Because most Christians want it both ways. They want to be able to proudly declare they are believers in the Bible and yet simply ignore those parts they find too difficult or too inconvenient to believe.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown, 2003
People often claim belief while selectively ignoring challenging teachings.
In simple terms: Selective belief in faith.
Key Takeaway
Examine which teachings you truly accept.
Themes
faith
hypocrisy
interpretation
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal belief
- religious discussion
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
selective adherence
cognitive dissonance
Questions to Reflect On
- Which teachings do you avoid and why?
- How does selective belief affect integrity?
A Different Perspective
Faith can be compromised by convenience.
