Nature Quote by Eugene L. Lowry
““Hence there is more action or natural movement in describing, for example, a God who walks in the garden in the cool of the day than in defining a pre-existent Logos.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Philosophy of Language, Eugene L. Lowry, 1975
Describing divine activity can feel more vivid than abstract definitions of a pre‑existing principle.
In simple terms: Talking about God in action feels more real than defining an abstract Logos.
Key Takeaway
Use concrete images to convey complex ideas.
Themes
theology
communication
metaphor
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
theoretical
educational
When to use this quote
- Sermons
- creative writing
- teaching
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
Divine immanence
symbolic language
Questions to Reflect On
- How can concrete stories make abstract concepts clearer?
- When does metaphor become misleading?
A Different Perspective
Abstract definitions can be too vague for many audiences.
