Christian Quote by Greg L. Bahnsen
““With its continued dismissal of the law of God in ethics, Fundamentalism expressed both a "spiritualized" form of situational ethics and a "Christianly submissive" statism.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Theonomy of Fundamentalism, 1991
Fundamentalism mixes a personal, situational ethics with a submissive, theocratic stance, ignoring divine law in moral decisions.
In simple terms: It blends flexible ethics with blind obedience to authority.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the tension between personal ethics and imposed authority.
Themes
fundamentalism
ethics
authority
religion
law
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
theoretical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- political activism
- personal moral choices
Key Concepts
theology
political theory
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect personal moral responsibility?
- Can situational ethics coexist with absolute divine law?
A Different Perspective
May overlook individual conscience and critical thinking.
