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But with Christ, we have access in a one-to-one relationship, for, as in the Old Testament, it was more one of worship and awe, a vertical relationship. The New Testament, on the other hand, we look across at a Jesus who looks familiar, horizontal. The combination is what makes the Cross.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the shift from a distant relationship with God to a personal connection through Jesus.
Bono's quote reflects on the evolution of the relationship between humanity and the divine as depicted in the Bible. In the Old Testament, the relationship is characterized by reverence and worship, symbolizing a vertical connection to God. In contrast, the New Testament presents Jesus as a familiar figure, representing a horizontal relationship that allows for personal access and connection. The interplay of these dimensions is embodied in the symbol of the Cross, which bridges the two forms of connection.
Themes
ChristRelationshipNew TestamentOld TestamentCrossJesus
In practice
Example use cases
A sermon on the significance of personal faith in Jesus.
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