Attitude Quote by Harry Dean Stanton
“I've got a pretty iconoclastic attitude about all institutions myself. And I just think the church was corrupted right after Christ was killed.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Last Movie, 1994
He questions institutions, especially the church, believing they became corrupt soon after Christ.
In simple terms: Skeptical of institutions.
Seek personal truth over doctrine.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- religious reform
- personal philosophy
- critical discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What values can be retained from traditional institutions?
- How to balance skepticism with community?
May overlook positive aspects of institutions.