Idolatry Quote by John Selden
“Idolatry is in a man's own thought, not in the opinion of another.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: De Jure et Ratione, John Selden, 1610
Idolatry resides in personal belief, not merely in others’ judgments.
In simple terms: Worship is a personal mindset, not just others’ opinions.
Key Takeaway
Examine the roots of your convictions.
Themes
faith
personal belief
idolatry
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
theoretical
When to use this quote
- religious practice
- political ideology
- personal decision making
Key Concepts
subjectivity
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you distinguish between personal belief and imposed doctrine?
- How does society label differing beliefs?
A Different Perspective
Personal bias can blind one to external perspectives.
