Christianity is the root of all democracy, the highest fact in the rights of men.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- This claims Christianity is the foundation of democracy and human rights.
- In plain terms
- Christianity is seen as the basis for democracy and rights.
- What can you take from it?
- Religious roots are sometimes linked to modern democratic rights.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What grounds rights?
- How does faith shape law?
Another view
Democracy and rights have many sources beyond just Christianity.
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