"So much of religion is exegesis. I would rather follow in the footprints of Christ than all of the dogma"
- Christy Turlington
About this Quote
In this quote, Christy Turlington is expressing her viewpoint on religious beliefs and its teachings. She believes that a substantial aspect of religious beliefs is the interpretation and description of spiritual texts, also referred to as exegesis. However, Turlington personally values following the example and teachings of Jesus Christ more than adhering to rigorous spiritual teachings and beliefs. She sees the actions and teachings of Christ as a more significant and impactful way to live a spiritual life. Turlington's words suggest that she values the essence of faith instead of the rigid guidelines and guidelines that typically feature it.
This quote is written / told by Christy Turlington somewhere between January 2, 1969 and today. He/she was a famous Model from USA.
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