Book Quote by Johannes Gutenberg
“God suffers in the multitude of souls whom His word can not reach. Religious truth is imprisoned in a small number of manuscript books, which confine instead of spread the public treasure. Let us break the seal which seals up holy things and give wings to Truth in order that she may win every soul that comes into the world by her word no longer written at great expense by hands easily palsied, but multiplied like the wind by an untiring machine.”
About This Quote
Source Historical Treatise, 1450s
Divine truth should be freely accessible, not confined to expensive manuscripts; mass production can spread it widely.
In simple terms: Spread truth widely, not keep it locked.
Key Takeaway
Promote open access to knowledge.
Themes
religion
knowledge
technology
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
Type
historical
technological
When to use this quote
- education reform
- digital publishing
- missionary work
Key Concepts
holy seal
printing press
mass distribution
Questions to Reflect On
- How can technology democratize truth?
- What barriers still limit access?
A Different Perspective
Resistance from traditional gatekeepers may persist.
