--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Must the doctrine of the Trinity…" description: "\"“Must the doctrine of the Trinity necessarily reverse apocalyptic Christianity, and not only apocalyptic Christianity but also Jesus himself, and above..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ba9/thomas-j-j-altizer-282992_christianity_must-the-doctrine-of-the-trinity-necessa_249633.jpg" --- # Must the doctrine of the Trinity necessarily reverse… ![“Must the doctrine of the Trinity necessarily reverse apocalyptic Christianity, and not only apocalyptic Christianity but also Jesus himself, and above all reverse that Jesus who is the crucified Lord, or that Christ who is the passion of God?” quote by Thomas J.J. 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The quote questions whether the Trinity reverses apocalyptic Christianity and its impact on Jesus. **In simple terms:** Trinity may invert apocalyptic Christian ideas. Key Takeaway Explore theological implications. Themes theology Christianity trinity Mood inquisitive scholarly Type christianity:1 trinity:1 doctrine trinity:0 crucified lord:0 trinity necessarily:0 reverse jesus:0 christianity apocalyptic:0 When to use this quote - seminar discussions - faith studies - personal belief Key Concepts doctrine apocalypse Christology Questions to Reflect On - How does the Trinity affect Christian eschatology? - What does “reverse” imply for Jesus? 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