Deities Quote by Joseph Campbell
“We keep thinking of deity as a kind of fact, somewhere; God as a fact. God is simply our own notion of something that is symbolic of transcendence and mystery. The mystery is what’s important.”
About This Quote
Deity is a symbolic notion of transcendence; the mystery behind it holds significance, not the literal fact.
In simple terms: God is a symbolic idea of mystery.
Key Takeaway
Embrace mystery over literalism.
Themes
spirituality
symbolism
mystery
Mood
inquisitive
reflective
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- faith exploration
- creative writing
- personal reflection
- counseling
Key Concepts
mythology
philosophy
religion studies
Questions to Reflect On
- How does mystery shape your spirituality?
- What value does symbolism hold for you?
A Different Perspective
It may dismiss literal religious belief.
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