Bible Quote by Soren Kierkegaard
“The Bible is very easy to understand. But we Christians are a bunch of scheming swindlers. We pretend to be unable to understand it because we know very well that the minute we understand, we are obliged to act accordingly.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Essay: Fear and Trembling, 1843
Critiques hypocrisy of claiming ignorance while understanding moral duties.
In simple terms: We feign ignorance to avoid acting on truth.
Key Takeaway
Confront personal moral responsibility.
Themes
hypocrisy
morality
faith
responsibility
self‑deception
Mood
critical
thought‑provoking
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- personal decision‑making
- public policy
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
existentialism
ethical integrity
religious authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- What truths are you avoiding?
- How can you align belief with action?
A Different Perspective
Self‑deception can be deeply ingrained.
