Buddhism Quote by Frank Schaeffer
““God as preached and lived by Jesus, the Enlightenment writers put human non-exclusionary justice ahead of the law. This rational philosophy did not condemn according to a set of rules but demanded moral consistency and compassion from those who would judge. Enlightenment thinkers jettisoned the ugly, exclusionary and magical parts of the religion that grew up bearing Christ’s name. Their goal was what Ellul called on the Church to do in Jesus and Marx: ””
About This Quote
Source Book: “The End of the World as We Know It” by Frank Schaeffer, 2018
Enlightenment thinkers reinterpreted Christian ethics toward universal justice, emphasizing moral consistency over rigid law.
In simple terms: Enlightenment reshaped Christian justice toward compassion.
Key Takeaway
Seek moral consistency over strict rules.
Themes
justice
ethics
enlightenment
compassion
Mood
thought‑provoking
critical
historical
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- advocating inclusive policies
- critiquing dogma
- educating on moral philosophy
- building compassionate institutions
Key Concepts
philosophy
theology
human rights
Questions to Reflect On
- How can modern societies integrate compassion into law?
- What tensions arise between faith and rational ethics?
A Different Perspective
Balancing tradition with reform can cause conflict.
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