Christianity Quote by N.T. Wright
““The present generation has gazed with justified revulsion upon the whole late modern culture of violence and death; and it has noticed worrying signs of the same culture in some expressions of Christianity.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Surprised by Hope, 2008
He observes modern culture’s violence and sees similar troubling trends in some Christian expressions.
In simple terms: Modern culture is violent; some Christians echo this.
Key Takeaway
Critically assess cultural influences on faith.
Themes
culture
violence
faith
criticism
Mood
concerned
thoughtful
Type
theological
critical
When to use this quote
- church teachings
- media consumption
- public discourse
- education
Key Concepts
theology
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How can faith communities address cultural violence?
- What signs of violence are most concerning?
A Different Perspective
Not all Christian groups reflect this trend; risk of overgeneralization.
