Despised Quote by Jean-Baptiste Henri Lacordaire
“Wherever God is adored, he is adored in virtue of a supernatural doctrine; wherever he is despised, he is despised in the name of nature and reason.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: L'Encyclopédie des Sciences Morales, 1850
Human attitudes toward the divine are shaped by underlying beliefs, whether supernatural or naturalistic.
In simple terms: Beliefs drive how we treat God.
Key Takeaway
Examine the foundations of your worldview.
Themes
faith
philosophy
human nature
Mood
contemplative
critical
Type
theoretical
reflective
When to use this quote
- religious discourse
- political debate
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
theology
reason
doctrine
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions underlie your view of divinity?
- How do you reconcile faith with reason?
A Different Perspective
May overlook individual experiences beyond doctrine.
