Christ Quote by Wilbur Smith
“It was this same Jesus, the Christ who, among many other remarkable things, said and repeated something which, proceeding from any other being would have condemned him at once as either a bloated egotist or a dangerously unbalanced person...when He said He himself would rise again from the dead, the third day after He was crucified, He said something that only a fool would dare say, if he expected longer the devotion of any disciples-unless He was sure He was going to rise. No founder of any world religion known to men ever dared say a thing like that!”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Legend of the Lost City by Wilbur Smith, 1995
The quote highlights how Jesus’ claim of resurrection was seen as impossible and risky, yet it defined his faith and leadership.
In simple terms: Jesus’ claim of rising after death was bold and risky, shaping his followers.
Key Takeaway
Bold claims can define leadership and inspire belief.
Themes
faith
leadership
risk
belief
miracles
Mood
inspirational
controversial
Type
historical
theological
When to use this quote
- religious preaching
- personal conviction
- public speaking
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
historical context
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a bold claim credible?
- How does risk affect belief?
A Different Perspective
Such claims can be dismissed as delusional without evidence.
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