Albert Schweitzer

"He comes to us as One unknown, without a name, as of old, by the lakeside, He came to those men who knew Him not. He speaks to us the same words: "Follow thou me!" and sets us to the tasks which He has to fulfill for our time. He commands. And to those who obey Him, whether they be wise or simple, He will reveal himself in the toils, the conflicts, the sufferings which they shall pass through in His fellowship, and, as an ineffable mystery, they shall learn in their own experience Who He is."

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Source: Albert Schweitzer (2010). “The Quest of the Historical Jesus”, p.401, Lulu.com

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Albert Schweitzer

Albert Schweitzer

Philosopher, Theologian

Albert Schweitzer was a physician, philosopher, and humanitarian known for his concept of 'Reverence for Life' and his work in Africa.

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