Christianity Quote by Lauren F. Winner
““People think Judaism and Christianity are radically different from one another, and that the difference is straightforward. But on Ascension Day, I am struck by the deep similarity that lies just underneath. Both Jews and Christians live in a world that is not yet redeemed, and both us await ultimate redemption. Some of us wait for a messiah to come once and forever; others of us wait for Him to come back. But we are both stuck living in a world where redemption is not complete, where we have redemptive work to do, where we cannot always see God as clearly as we would like, because He is up in Heaven. We are both waiting.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public talk on Ascension Day, date unknown
The quote highlights the shared eschatological hope of Jews and Christians, emphasizing that both await ultimate redemption and live in an unfinished world.
In simple terms: Both faiths await a future redemption while living in an imperfect world.
Key Takeaway
Recognize common spiritual aspirations across traditions.
Themes
faith
redemption
sharedhope
interfaith
theology
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
theological
interfaith
When to use this quote
- interfaith dialogue
- personal reflection
- teaching about hope
- community building
Key Concepts
eschatology
spiritual longing
theodicy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing shared hope affect interfaith relationships?
- What practical actions can arise from this common waiting?
A Different Perspective
Differences in doctrine and practice can still cause division despite shared expectations.
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