Catholic Quote by Hippolytus of Rome
“Fly to the Catholic Church! Adhere to the only faith which continues to exist from the beginning, that faith which was preached by Paul and is upheld by the Chair of Peter.”
About This Quote
Advocates exclusive adherence to the original Christian faith as taught by Paul and upheld by Peter.
In simple terms: Follow the original Christian faith.
Key Takeaway
Commit to foundational Christian teachings.
Themes
religion
tradition
authority
Mood
serious
historical
Type
doctrinal
persuasive
When to use this quote
- church membership
- theological study
- faith formation
Key Concepts
apostolic succession
doctrinal purity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you honor tradition while embracing diversity?
- What defines authentic faith for you?
A Different Perspective
Exclusivity can alienate diverse believers.
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