The National Government will regard it as its first and foremost duty to revive in the nation the spirit of unity and cooperation. It will preserve and defend those basic principles on which our nation has been built. It regards Christianity as the foundation of our national morality, and the family as the basis of national life.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Hitler declares the government's duty to revive unity, defend national principles, and base morality on Christianity and family.
- In plain terms
- The government will restore unity and base morals on Christianity and family.
- What can you take from it?
- National unity and traditional values are prioritized as state duties.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What should form the basis of national morality?
- How does unity get restored?
Another view
It limits national identity to specific religious and familial structures.
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