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“Now, celebrations become tiring because they unfold in noisy chattering. The liturgy is sick. The most striking symptom of this sickness is perhaps the omnipresence of the microphone. It has become so indispensable that one wonders how priests were able to celebrate before it was invented.” quote by Robert Sarah
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““Now, celebrations become tiring because they unfold in noisy chattering. The liturgy is sick. The most striking symptom of this sickness is perhaps the omnipresence of the microphone. It has become so indispensable that one wonders how priests were able to celebrate before it was invented.””

Robert Sarah

About This Quote

Source Speech: Homily on Liturgical Practices, 2020

Modern worship is often dominated by technology, reducing the sacred atmosphere and creating a sense of fatigue.

In simple terms: Technology overwhelms worship; sacredness fades.

Key Takeaway

Seek balance between tradition and tech.

Themes

worship technology fatigue tradition sacredness

Mood

reflective concerned

Type

critical observational

When to use this quote

  • church services
  • personal prayer
  • community gatherings

Key Concepts

Liturgical authenticity media saturation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we preserve reverence in tech‑heavy services?
  • What rituals can restore intimacy?
A Different Perspective

Overreliance on devices can alienate participants.

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