Confounding Quote by Tertullian
“We worship unity in trinity, and trinity in unity; neither confounding the person nor dividing the substance. There is one person of the Father, another of the Son, and another of the Holy Ghost; but the Godhead of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost, is all one; the glory equal, the majesty co-eternal.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: On the Trinity, Tertullian, c. 200 AD
The divine unity and distinct persons coexist without contradiction, emphasizing both oneness and relational distinction in the Godhead.
In simple terms: God is one yet three distinct persons.
Key Takeaway
Embrace unity within diversity.
Themes
theology
unity
identity
Mood
contemplative
scholarly
Type
religious
philosophical
When to use this quote
- faith practice
- interfaith dialogue
- personal belief
Key Concepts
Trinity doctrine
philosophical unity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect personal faith?
- What challenges arise in explaining unity and distinction?
A Different Perspective
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