Belief Quote by Tertullian
“We say, and we say openly, and while ye torture us, mangled and gory we cry out, "We worship God through Christ!" Believe Him a man: it is through Him and in Him that God willeth Himself to be known and worshipped.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: "De Cultu Feminarum", early 3rd century
Faith expressed under persecution affirms divine presence and personal conviction.
In simple terms: Worship persists despite suffering.
Maintain faith amid adversity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- religious oppression
- personal trials
- ethical dilemmas
- public testimony
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What sustains belief in the face of pain?
- How does suffering shape spiritual identity?
Extreme suffering can silence belief for some.