Everything in religion should be gratuitous, and for the people; care must be taken not to deprive the poor... of the only thing which consoles them for their poverty.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Religion should be free for the poor as it comforts them.
- In plain terms
- Keep religion free for the poor since it helps them.
- What can you take from it?
- Religion should not be priced out of reach for the poor.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is comfort worth the cost?
- Should faith have a price?
Another view
This assumes religion is the only solace for poverty.
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