Quote by C.S. Lewis
When Catholicism goes bad it becomes the religion of amulets and holy places and priestcraft: Protestantism, in its corresponding decay, becomes a vague mist of ethical platitudes
Summary
This quote suggests that while Catholicism and Protestantism can both be corrupted, they manifest in different ways. When Catholicism "goes bad," it transforms into a religion focused on objects like amulets and holy places, as well as concerned with the rituals and power of the priests. On the other hand, when Protestantism decays, it becomes a vague and unclear system of moral platitudes without nuanced guidance. Overall, the quote critiques the potential pitfalls and deviations of both religious traditions.
By C.S. Lewis