Basil Hume

Bishop

Basil Hume was a prominent British bishop known for his advocacy of social justice and interfaith dialogue, significantly impacting the Church of England.

Born
March 2, 1923
Died
June 17, 1999
Quotes
9
Rank
#1048

About Basil Hume

Basil Hume — Life and Legacy

Basil Hume served as the Archbishop of Westminster and was a notable figure in the Catholic Church in England. His leadership was marked by a profound commitment to social justice and the importance of faith in everyday life. Hume's belief that 'Faith is not a feeling' encapsulates his view that faith requires action and responsibility, urging individuals to engage meaningfully with their communities. He often emphasized the necessity of listening to others, reflecting his understanding that true dialogue fosters empathy and connection. Hume's approach challenged the Church to address contemporary social issues, advocating for the marginalized and promoting interfaith understanding. His insights remain relevant today, encouraging a compassionate response to the complexities of modern society.

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"The great gift of Easter is hope - Christian hope which makes us have that confidence in God, in his ultimate triumph, and in his goodness and love, which nothing can shake."

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"Soon after you're dead - we're not sure how long - but not long, you'll be united with the most ecstatic love you've ever known. As one of the best things in your life was human love, this will be love, but much more satisfying, and it will last forever."

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"Death remains about the one certain fact in the lives of each one of us, and there will be suffering, sorrow, and sadness next week as there was last week."

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"Why God should want and need us is a mystery. But it is true: otherwise he would not have created us and life would ultimately have no meaning for us. It is good to remember that in God the is a constancy, a consistency of attitude which never changes, irrespective of what we are or how we act: he never changes in is wanting us or needing us."

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"Christ shared our experience; he suffered as we suffer; he died as we shall die, and for forty days in the desert he underwent the struggle between good and evil."

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"From aquaintances we conceal our real selves. To our friends we reveal our weaknesses."

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"Moral choices do not depend on personal preference and private decision but on right reason and, I would add, divine order."

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"Deep down, we remain human, very human and have all the desires to love and be loved by one person."

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