Justice Quote by Jacques Ellul
““I hold that in every situation of injustice and oppression, the Christian--who cannot deal with it by violence--must make himself completely a part of it as representative of the victims.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Meaning of the City, 1955
Injustice demands Christians to embody victims, not fight with violence.
In simple terms: Christians should join victims, not use force.
Key Takeaway
Stand with the oppressed rather than fight them.
Themes
solidarity
nonviolence
justice
Mood
serious
determined
Type
theological
ethical
When to use this quote
- protests
- civil rights movements
- community support
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
politics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one effectively support victims without violence?
- What risks arise from total identification?
A Different Perspective
Nonviolent participation may not stop oppression.
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