Accepting Quote by Umberto Eco
![“But why do some people support [the heretics]?" "Because it serves their purposes, which concern the faith rarely, and more often the conquest of power." "Is that why the church of Rome accuses all its adversaries of heresy?" "That is why, and that is also why it recognizes as orthodoxy any heresy…” quote by Umberto Eco](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/2a9/umberto-eco-313_accepting_but-why-do-some-people-support-the-heret_2387868.jpg)
“But why do some people support [the heretics]?" "Because it serves their purposes, which concern the faith rarely, and more often the conquest of power." "Is that why the church of Rome accuses all its adversaries of heresy?" "That is why, and that is also why it recognizes as orthodoxy any heresy it can bring back under its own control or must accept because the heresy has become too strong.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Name of the Rose, 1980
Powerful institutions label dissent as heresy to maintain control, co‑opting ideas when convenient.
In simple terms: Church uses heresy label for power.
Key Takeaway
Question authority's motives behind labeling dissent.
Themes
politics
religion
control
language
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
philosophical
historical
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- religious reform
- political strategy
Key Concepts
hermeneutics
power dynamics
ideology
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria define true heresy?
- When does co‑opted orthodoxy become harmful?
A Different Perspective
Labels can be both protective and oppressive.
