Disappear Quote by Frank Schaeffer
“My problem with all forms of fundamentalism is that the position is fixed. This is like talking about a fixed position as seen from a moving jet: it's disappearing over the horizon with or without your permission.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Politics of Moralism, Frank Schaeffer, 2005
Fundamentalism holds rigid, unchanging views that become irrelevant as contexts shift, like a fixed point seen from a moving jet disappearing over the horizon.
In simple terms: Rigid beliefs become outdated when circumstances change.
Key Takeaway
Stay adaptable, question fixed positions.
Themes
fundamentalism
rigidity
change
perspective
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
philosophical
analytical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- religious debates
- personal belief systems
- social movements
Key Concepts
epistemology
relativism
contextualism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you recognize when a belief is outdated?
- What practices help maintain intellectual flexibility?
A Different Perspective
Fixed positions may ignore nuance and evolving evidence.
