Condescension Quote by Joseph Campbell
“There is a condescension on the part of the infinite to the mind of man. That is what looks like God.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: "The Power of Myth", 1988
The infinite perspective looks down on human minds, creating a sense of divine condescension.
In simple terms: Divine looks condescending.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions about higher powers.
Themes
myth
divine
humility
Mood
contemplative
skeptical
Type
mythological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- religious study
- philosophical debate
- personal spirituality
Key Concepts
comparative mythology
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you feel humbled or dismissed?
- How does this view affect faith?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations vary across cultures.
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