Quotes by Erich Zenger

Erich Zenger (1939–2010) — Theologe & Alttestamentler · katholisch · Deutschland

Recurring topics: The Bible & the Word of God

Quotes by Erich Zenger

With the psalms of the Bible it is like with bread. You can discuss bread, analyze it, break it down chemically into its components ... but only for the one who eats the bread does it give and strengthen life.
Erich Zenger

The New Testament wants to be read in the light of the Old Testament. And at the same time it is true: light falls back from the New Testament onto the Old Testament.
Erich Zenger

Not knowing and understanding the Old Testament means not understanding Christ and Christianity.
Erich Zenger

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