I believe today that I am acting in the sense of the Almighty Creator. By warding off the Jews I am fighting for the Lord's work.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker equates their political actions, specifically against Jewish people, with fulfilling a divine mission.
- In plain terms
- I am fighting for God by removing Jewish people.
- What can you take from it?
- Link political actions to divine purpose.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can political acts be divine work?
- How do we challenge this claim?
Another view
This justification is used to legitimize persecution and violence.
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