Believe in god Quote by Suzanne Morrison
““I have a friend who calls himself a Jewish-Buddhist, or a JewBu—he attends a synagogue where they meditate and chant Shalommmmmmmm—and when I asked how he reconciles the God of the Old Testament with the absence of a supreme god in Buddhism, he said, “Maybe I don’t believe in God. Maybe I only believe in culture.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast on interfaith identity, 2022
A person blends cultural heritage with spiritual practice, prioritizing cultural identity over doctrinal belief.
In simple terms: Culture over belief.
Key Takeaway
Embrace cultural roots while questioning faith.
Themes
identity
culture
spirituality
Mood
thoughtful
curious
Type
personal
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal identity
- community gatherings
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
interfaith
cultural relativism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define culture versus belief?
- Can cultural practices replace spiritual conviction?
A Different Perspective
May overlook deeper theological inquiry.
