Church Quote by Peter Rollins
“The church is a place where we make our prejudice sacred.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Theology of the Empty Space, Peter Rollins, 2012
Institutions can sanctify personal biases, turning prejudice into accepted doctrine.
In simple terms: Places can turn bias into sacred belief.
Key Takeaway
Question the sacredness of your own biases.
Themes
religion
prejudice
authority
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
philosophical
social
When to use this quote
- church services
- political rallies
- community meetings
- educational settings
Key Concepts
theology
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your community treat differing views?
- Can prejudice be unlearned?
A Different Perspective
Sacredness can be challenged by diverse perspectives.
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