A free theologian works in communication with other theologians...He waits for them and asks them to wait for him. Our sadly lacking yet indispensable theological co-operation depends directly or indirectly on whether or not we are wiling to wait for one another, perhaps lamenting, yet smiling with tears in our eyes.
Karl BarthThe Spirit bears witness. Ecstasy and enlightenment, inspiration and intuition are not necessary. Happy is the man who is worthy of these; but woe unto us if we wait for such experiences; woe unto us if we do not perceive that these things are of secondary importance.
Karl BarthMozart's music always sounds unburdened, effortless, and light. This is why it unburdens, releases, and liberates us.
Karl BarthTo clasp the hands in prayer is the beginning of an uprising against the disorder of the world.
Karl Barth