Acknowledge Quote by Rudolf Bultmann
“Contemporary Christian proclamation is faced with the question whether, when it demands faith from men and women, it expects them to acknowledge this mythical world picture from the past. If this is impossible, it has to face the question whether the New Testament proclamation has a truth that is independent of the mythical world picture, in which case it would be the task of theology to demythologize the Christian proclamation.”
About This Quote
Source Theological Essay: Demythologizing the New Testament, 1940
Bultmann argues that Christianity must be reinterpreted beyond its ancient mythic framework to remain relevant.
In simple terms: Christianity needs a modern, non‑mythic interpretation.
Key Takeaway
Reevaluate faith concepts separate from ancient myths.
Themes
theology
modernity
interpretation
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- seminary courses
- church sermons
- academic conferences
Key Concepts
mythic worldview
existential analysis
faith relevance
Questions to Reflect On
- Can faith survive without mythic stories?
- What new symbols can replace old myths?
A Different Perspective
Critics claim this strips Christianity of its narrative power.
