Apostles Quote by Martin Chemnitz
“This doctrine of Christ and of the apostles, from which the true faith of the primitive church was received, the apostles at first delivered orally, without writing, but later, not by any human counsel but by the will of God, they handed it on in the Scriptures.”
About This Quote
The early church’s teachings were first spoken, then later recorded by divine guidance, not human decision.
In simple terms: Early doctrine came orally, then was written by divine will.
Key Takeaway
Respect oral tradition and divine authority.
Themes
theology
history
authority
Mood
contemplative
scholarly
Type
theological
historical
When to use this quote
- church formation
- biblical studies
- faith formation
Key Concepts
scriptural canon
apostolic tradition
Questions to Reflect On
- What role does oral tradition play today?
- How do we discern divine guidance?
A Different Perspective
Historical claims are debated among scholars.
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