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“When I'm asked to define God, I'm almost wordless.” quote by John Shelby Spong
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“When I'm asked to define God, I'm almost wordless.”

John Shelby Spong

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Future of Religion, PBS, 2005

Divine concepts elude precise definition, suggesting spirituality transcends language.

In simple terms: God is beyond words.

Key Takeaway

Embrace mystery in faith.

Themes

spirituality language mystery faith philosophy

Mood

contemplative inquisitive

Type

theological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal meditation
  • interfaith dialogue
  • creative worship
  • philosophical inquiry
  • poetic expression

Key Concepts

ineffability transcendence theology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does silence shape belief?
  • What role does language play in spirituality?
A Different Perspective

Attempting to define God can limit personal experience.

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