The God who gave us life, gave us liberty at the same time.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Life and liberty are given together by a higher power.
- In plain terms
- Freedom is part of being alive.
- What can you take from it?
- Liberty is a natural right.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What rights do you see as natural?
- How do you protect your liberty?
Another view
Historical context limits who was included in this view.
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