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“Jesus is the politics of the new age; He is about the establishment of a kingdom; He is the one who has created a new time that gives us the time not only to care for the poor but to be poor. Jesus is the one who makes it possible to be nonviolent in a violent world.” quote by Stanley Hauerwas
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“Jesus is the politics of the new age; He is about the establishment of a kingdom; He is the one who has created a new time that gives us the time not only to care for the poor but to be poor. Jesus is the one who makes it possible to be nonviolent in a violent world.”

Stanley Hauerwas

About This Quote

Source Book: "The Politics of the Kingdom", 1995

Jesus offers a non‑violent, compassionate kingdom that values caring for the poor and embracing poverty.

In simple terms: Jesus promotes a caring, non‑violent kingdom.

Key Takeaway

Embrace compassion and non‑violence.

Themes

faith politics poverty

Mood

hopeful inspirational

Type

ethical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • activism
  • community service
  • spiritual practice
  • social justice

Key Concepts

theology social ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice non‑violence today?
  • What does caring for the poor look like in your life?
A Different Perspective

Modern politics often conflict with these ideals.

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