Able Quote by Paul Tillich
“Man is able to decide for or against reason, he is able to create beyond reason or to destroy below reason”
About This Quote
Source Book: Systematic Theology, Paul Tillich, 1951
Human freedom lets us choose to follow reason, exceed it creatively, or act irrationally destructively.
In simple terms: We can follow, surpass, or ignore reason.
Key Takeaway
Choose reason or creative transcendence.
Themes
freedom
reason
creativity
destruction
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- leadership
- innovation
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
existentialism
theology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you prioritize reason over intuition?
- When is breaking reason justified?
A Different Perspective
Reason alone cannot guarantee moral outcomes; context matters.
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