Alfred Loisy
1857 - 1940
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Biography
Alfred Loisy (1857-1940) was a French Catholic theologian and scholar known for his controversial views on biblical criticism and theology. He was a key figure in the Modernist crisis within the Catholic Church, advocating for a more historical and critical approach to scripture interpretation. Loisy's works often clashed with traditional Catholic teachings, leading to his censure and excommunication by the Church in 1908. Despite facing opposition, his ideas influenced modern Catholic theology and biblical studies.
Famous Quotes (5)
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I take the Gospels not as pure history, but as religious literature in the truest sense.
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The Gospel must be freed from the interpretation imposed upon it by greed for ecclesiastical power and dominion.
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Dogmas are not eternal truths, but are expressions of religious experience conditioned by historical circumstances.
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It is necessary to distinguish between what is permanent and what is transient in the Gospels.
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The harmony between faith and science can only be achieved through a spirit of humility and openness.