Commentary on the Gospel of

Paulson Veliyannoor, CMF - Claretian Publications Philippines

"God Is Dead"

Nietzsche’s famous declaration “God is dead” is a popular war cry for many atheists. However, not many are aware of his very next words:  "God remains dead. And we have killed him. How shall we comfort ourselves, the murderers of all murderers?” [italics added.] If God died, it is because we, the creatures killed him. Human language fails to communicate the import and emotion of this day. Hence, let us do this today: Choose one of these moments: Gethsemane, or at the foot of the cross, or at the tomb where he was laid. Place yourself in that space, in that holy moment. Observe the sentiments that arise within you. Share them with him. But do not lose heart. Nietzsche was only partially right: God wouldn’t remain dead; he will wake up soon, right into our lives, giving us second and more chances.

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