For my own part, I sincerely esteem it a system which without the finger of God, never could have been suggested and agreed upon by such a diversity of interests.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The political system was achieved through divine guidance and diverse interests.
- In plain terms
- He believes God helped create the system despite differing interests.
- What can you take from it?
- Unity in diversity is rare and valuable.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How is consensus achieved among rivals?
- What role does belief play in politics?
Another view
It attributes complex political outcomes to divine intervention.
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