Accord Quote by John Kenneth Galbraith
“Had the Bible been in clear straightforward language, had the ambiguities and contradictions been edited out, and had the language been constantly modernised to accord with contemporary taste it would almost certainly have been, or become, a work of lesser influence.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Affluent Society, 1967
If the Bible were constantly updated and simplified, its cultural impact would likely diminish.
In simple terms: Simplifying sacred texts reduces their influence.
Key Takeaway
Preserve original language to retain power.
Themes
religion
language
culture
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- education
- religious discourse
- publishing
- translation
- cultural studies
Key Concepts
modernization
authority
tradition
Questions to Reflect On
- How does language shape authority?
- What is lost when texts are modernized?
A Different Perspective
Modern readers may still seek depth despite simplification.
