Believe Quote by Saint Augustine
“If they find a Christian mistaken in a field which they themselves know well and hear him maintaining his foolish opinions about our books, how are they going to believe those books in matters concerning the resurrection of the dead, the hope of eternal life, and the kingdom of heaven.”
About This Quote
Source Text: City of God, Book IX, 426 AD
If a Christian is proven wrong by experts in a field they claim to know, their credibility on spiritual matters is undermined.
In simple terms: Credibility in faith is weakened by error in known subjects.
Key Takeaway
Ensure expertise before questioning beliefs.
Themes
faith
credibility
knowledge
Mood
thoughtful
skeptical
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- debates
- religious education
- public speaking
- media interviews
Key Concepts
Epistemology
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you evaluate authority?
- Can faith survive intellectual challenges?
A Different Perspective
Even experts can err; faith may persist despite mistakes.
