Add Quote by Thomas Aquinas
“It is unlawful to add anything to the words of Holy Scripture regarding the sense.”
About This Quote
Source Summa Theologiae, Part I, Question 1, Article 1
Scripture should be interpreted without adding external meanings that alter its intended sense.
In simple terms: Don’t add your own ideas to biblical text.
Key Takeaway
Interpret scripture on its own terms.
Themes
faith
interpretation
theology
authority
scripture
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
theological
academic
When to use this quote
- preaching
- Bible study
- academic theology
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
hermeneutics
exegesis
doctrine
Questions to Reflect On
- What is the balance between literal reading and contextual insight?
- How do traditions shape scriptural meaning?
A Different Perspective
Rigid literalism can ignore cultural and historical context, limiting understanding.
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