Kindlehighlight Quote by Paul Miller
““The parable about the Good Samaritan tells how a Samaritan rescues a man who is mugged and beaten by robbers on the Jericho—Jerusalem road, a notoriously dangerous stretch of highway. To understand how this story must have shocked the Jews, imagine someone telling a story about “The Good Nazi.” The Jews and Samaritans hated one another.””
About This Quote
Source Article: The Atlantic, 2020
The Good Samaritan parable’s shock value is highlighted by contrasting it with an imagined “Good Nazi” story, underscoring deep historical animosities.
In simple terms: The story shows how shocking a positive view of an enemy would be.
Key Takeaway
Consider historical context in moral stories.
Themes
history
morality
prejudice
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
ethical
historical
When to use this quote
- religious education
- cultural studies
Key Concepts
interfaith relations
ethical teaching
historical analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- What can we learn from such contrasts?
- How do we address deep-seated biases?
A Different Perspective
Historical analogies can be inflammatory.
