They all attributed the peaceful dominion of religion in their country mainly to the separation of church and state. I do not hesitate to affirm that during my stay in America I did not meet a single individual, of the clergy or the laity, who was not of the same opinion on this point.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker notes that Americans attribute peaceful religious coexistence to church‑state separation, a view shared by all clergy and laity encountered.
- In plain terms
- Separation of church and state is seen as key to peace.
- What can you take from it?
- Maintain clear boundaries between religion and government.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does separation affect religious freedom?
- Can peace exist without it?
Another view
It may overgeneralize consensus among all religious individuals.
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