Attitude Quote by Martin Buber
“Read the Bible as though it were something entirely unfamiliar, as though it had not been set before you ready-made. Face the book with a new attitude as something new.”
About This Quote
Source Book: I and Thou, 1923
Approach the Bible with fresh eyes, as if encountering it for the first time, to discover new insights.
In simple terms: Read the Bible anew for fresh understanding.
Key Takeaway
Adopt a beginner’s mind when studying scripture.
Themes
spirituality
learning
fresh perspective
mindset
Mood
contemplative
encouraging
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal study
- group discussion
- sermons
Key Concepts
hermeneutics
existential dialogue
Questions to Reflect On
- What new meaning emerges with a fresh view?
- How can we keep a beginner’s mind over time?
A Different Perspective
Preconceptions can hinder openness.
