6 Best Nicholas P. Wolterstorff Quotes

“The goal of education is shalom.”

Wolterstorff introduces the central thesis of the book, arguing that education should aim at holistic flourishing.

“To educate for justice is to educate for shalom.”

He connects the pursuit of justice with the broader vision of shalom.

“The teacher is a witness to the gospel.”

He describes the role of the Christian teacher as one who embodies and communicates the good news through their life and work.

“We must not think of the child as a blank slate on which we write, but as a creature made in the image of God.”

He critiques deterministic views of education and emphasizes the inherent dignity of the learner.

“The school is a community of hospitality.”

He argues that Christian schools must welcome all students, especially the marginalized.

“Education is not the transmission of information but the formation of persons.”

He contrasts his view with the common emphasis on content delivery.