Christian Quote by Tertullian
“If the Tiber rises too high, or the Nile too low, the remedy is always feeding Christians to the lions.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: De Anima, 2nd century AD
Feeding Christians to lions is a hyperbolic way to say that extreme measures are taken against perceived threats.
In simple terms: Extreme punishment for perceived threats.
Key Takeaway
Beware of overreacting to problems.
Themes
religion
violence
satire
Mood
cynical
critical
Type
satirical
historical
When to use this quote
- church disputes
- political oppression
- historical narratives
Key Concepts
theology
political rhetoric
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this say about how societies treat dissent?
- Is violence ever justified as a remedy?
A Different Perspective
The quote uses sarcasm and may not reflect actual historical practices.
