Belief Quote by Saint John Chrysostom
“Paul commands: 'Therefore, brethren, stand fast and hold the Traditions which you have been taught, whether by word or by our letter.' From this it is clear that they did not hand down everything by letter, but there is much also that was not written. Like that which was written, the unwritten too is worthy of belief. So let us regard the Tradition of the Church also as worthy of belief. Is it a Tradition? Seek no further.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Homily on Tradition, 4th century
Tradition includes both written and oral teachings, both worthy of belief.
In simple terms: Tradition is written and spoken.
Key Takeaway
Respect both sources.
Themes
faith
tradition
authority
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
historical
When to use this quote
- religious education
- church practice
- cultural transmission
Key Concepts
theology
oral history
scripture
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify unwritten teachings?
- What role does oral tradition play today?
A Different Perspective
Oral traditions can be distorted over time.
