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To ignore Scripture is to ignore Christ.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Neglecting the teachings of the Bible equates to neglecting the teachings of Christ.
This quote by St. Jerome emphasizes the integral connection between Scripture and the figure of Christ in Christianity. It suggests that one cannot truly engage with or understand Christ's teachings without first recognizing and valuing the Scriptures that document and convey those teachings, framing the Bible as essential to the Christian faith.
Themes
ScriptureChristFaithTeachingBible
In practice
Example use cases
During a sermon on the importance of faith, one might quote this to emphasize the role of the Bible in understanding Christ.
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