Cities Quote by Peter L. Berger
“A few years ago, a priest working in a slum section of a European city was asked why he was doing it, and replied, 'So that the rumor of God may not completely disappear.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sacred Can, 1967
Faith persists because rumors of the divine keep hope alive in dire circumstances.
In simple terms: Rumors of God sustain belief.
Key Takeaway
Maintain hope through shared belief.
Themes
faith
hope
rumor
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- slum outreach
- community building
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
existentialism
social cohesion
meaning
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do people cling to belief in hardship?
- What role does community play in sustaining faith?
A Different Perspective
Skeptics may view rumors as insufficient.
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