Always Quote by Paul Ricoeur
“There has always been a hermeneutic problem in Christianity because Christianity proceeds from a proclamation.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Conflict of Interpretations, 1967
Christianity’s claim to truth creates a problem of interpreting its own proclamations.
In simple terms: Interpretation is tricky when doctrine pre‑exists.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions in theological study.
Themes
interpretation
theology
philosophy
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- sermons
- biblical study
- interfaith dialogue
- academic research
Key Concepts
hermeneutics
proclamation
faith
Questions to Reflect On
- What limits affect our reading of sacred texts?
- How can we balance faith and critical analysis?
A Different Perspective
Even with careful hermeneutics, bias can skew understanding.
