Adoration Quote by Ralph P. Martin
“To the human mind there is something almost illogical in the assertion that God became a man. It is like speaking about a square circle. Yet this is what Christmas says - and we take refuge from our bewilderment not in explanation but in adoration.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Mystery of the Incarnation, Ralph P. Martin, 1995
The paradox of a divine being becoming human defies logic, yet believers accept it through worship rather than rational explanation.
In simple terms: God becoming human seems illogical, but faith embraces it.
Key Takeaway
Accept mystery when reason falls short.
Themes
faith
paradox
worship
Mood
reverent
contemplative
Type
spiritual
theological
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church services
- religious study
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
theology
incarnation
mysticism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does worship help you cope with paradox?
- Can mystery coexist with belief?
A Different Perspective
Rational proof cannot fully capture divine mystery.
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