Christian Quote by Robert M. Price
“It is very hard not to see extensive and basic similarities between these (Pagan) religions and the Christian Religion. But somehow Christian scholars have managed not to see it, and this, one must suspect, for dogmatic reasons.”
About This Quote
Christian scholars often ignore obvious similarities with pagan religions, likely due to doctrinal bias.
In simple terms: Scholars miss pagan‑Christian links because of doctrine.
Question doctrinal bias.
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When to use this quote
- academic curricula
- interfaith dialogue
- theological research
- public discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do scholars resist acknowledging shared origins?
- How can open study benefit faith communities?
May generalize across diverse traditions.