In their nomination to office they will not appoint to the exercise of authority as to a pitiful job, but as to a holy function.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Appointing officials should be seen as a holy duty, not a job.
- In plain terms
- Public office is a sacred task.
- What can you take from it?
- Treat public service as a sacred duty.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is office a duty or a job?
- How should we view power?
Another view
Not everyone views office as a holy function.
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