House Quote by St. Jerome
“Whoever eats the Lamb outside this House is profane.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Homily on the Eucharist, 4th century
Eating the Lamb (Christ) outside the sacred context is disrespectful to the holy.
In simple terms: Eating Christ outside worship is profane.
Key Takeaway
Respect sacred contexts.
Themes
faith
ritual
respect
Mood
solemn
thoughtful
Type
theological
ethical
When to use this quote
- church services
- personal devotion
- public discourse
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
sacredness
symbolism
transgression
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines a sacred setting?
- How does context shape reverence?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations of 'Lamb' vary across cultures.
