Religion Quote by John Polkinghorne
“At present, too much theological thinking is very human-centered.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Theology and the Scientific Imagination, John Polkinghorne, 1998
Theological discourse often places human concerns at its center, neglecting divine perspective.
In simple terms: Theology is too human‑focused.
Key Takeaway
Broaden perspective beyond human concerns.
Themes
theology
humanism
perspective
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- academic seminars
- interfaith dialogues
- personal study
Key Concepts
anthropocentrism
divine transcendence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance human experience with divine focus?
- What practices help shift from anthropocentrism?
A Different Perspective
Human experience is essential to understanding faith.
