Acceptance Quote by Rudolf Bultmann
“It is impossible to repristinate a past world picture by sheer resolve, especially a mythical world picture, now that all of our thinking is irrevocably formed by science. A blind acceptance of New Testament mythology would be simply arbitrariness; to make such acceptance a demand of faith would be to reduce faith to a work.”
About This Quote
Attempting to reconstruct mythic worldviews through pure will is impossible; faith must transcend literal mythic demands.
In simple terms: Myths can't be restored by will alone.
Key Takeaway
Seek faith beyond literal narratives.
Themes
faith
myth
science
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal belief
- academic study
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
existential
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile faith with scientific understanding?
- What role does myth play in modern belief?
A Different Perspective
Science may challenge mythic frameworks.
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