Acknowledge Quote by John Wycliffe
“I acknowledge that the sacrament of the altar is very God's body in form of bread, but it is in another manner God's body than it is in heaven.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: De Trinitate et Sacramentis, 1382
The Eucharist represents Christ’s body, but its earthly form differs from the heavenly reality.
In simple terms: Bread symbolizes Christ, yet differs from heavenly form.
Key Takeaway
Recognize symbolic meaning beyond literal appearance.
Themes
theology
sacraments
symbolism
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
theological
spiritual
When to use this quote
- church services
- personal reflection
- teaching
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
Christology
transubstantiation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does symbolism affect personal faith?
- What is the significance of earthly vs. heavenly representations?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations vary across denominations.
![“[It is appropriate that the Body and Blood of Christ be truly present in this Sacrament] because of the perfection of the New Covenant. The sacrifices of the Old Covenant contained the true sacrifice of Christ's Passion only in symbol…Therefore it was necessary that the sacrifice of the New…” quote by Thomas Aquinas](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/648/thomas-aquinas-837_appropriate_it-is-appropriate-that-the-body-and-bloo_1633205.jpg)
