God Quote by John Dominic Crossan
“Jesus is what God looks like in sandals”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Historical Jesus, 1995
God is imagined in human form, even in humble attire like sandals.
In simple terms: God imagined as a humble human.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the humanity in spiritual concepts.
Themes
humanity
divinity
humility
interpretation
Mood
thoughtful
contemplative
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- religious education
- interfaith dialogue
- personal spirituality
Key Concepts
theology
history
literature
Questions to Reflect On
- What does a humanized deity mean to you?
- How does humility shape divine perception?
A Different Perspective
Some view God as transcendent, not human.
