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“Where the Scriptures speak, we speak; where the Scriptures are silent, we are silent.” quote by Thomas Campbell
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“Where the Scriptures speak, we speak; where the Scriptures are silent, we are silent.”

Thomas Campbell

About This Quote

One should speak when scripture guides and remain silent when it does not, respecting the limits of divine revelation.

In simple terms: Speak with scripture, stay silent without it.

Key Takeaway

Follow scriptural guidance, respect silence.

Themes

faith silence scripture

Mood

contemplative respectful

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • religious discourse
  • personal meditation
  • interfaith dialogue

Key Concepts

theology ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should personal conscience speak beyond scripture?
  • Is silence always the best response?
A Different Perspective

Rigid silence may ignore personal insight.

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