Century Quote by Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
“As a result of changes which, over the last century, have modified our empirically based pictures of the world and hence the moral value of many of its elements, the "human religious ideal" inclines to stress certain tendencies and to express itself in terms which seem, at first sight, no longer to coincide with the "christian religious ideal".”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Phenomenon of Man, 1955
Modern scientific shifts reshape moral frameworks, making the traditional Christian ideal appear misaligned with contemporary human aspirations.
In simple terms: Science changes how we view morality, challenging old religious ideals.
Key Takeaway
Reevaluate values in light of new knowledge.
Themes
morality
science
religion
modernity
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- personal belief formation
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
epistemology
ethical relativism
cultural evolution
Questions to Reflect On
- How should moral systems adapt to scientific progress?
- Can religious ideals remain relevant today?
A Different Perspective
Traditional doctrine may not address new empirical realities.
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