Our particular principles of religion are a subject of accountability to our god alone. I enquire after no man's and trouble none with mine; nor is it given to us in this life to know whether yours or mine, our friend's or our foe's, are exactly the right.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Religious beliefs are a personal matter accountable only to God; we cannot know who is right and should not force our views on others.
- In plain terms
- Your religion is between you and God; don't argue with others about who is right.
- What can you take from it?
- Religion is a private matter; respect others' beliefs.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you treat those with different faiths?
- Can you know if your faith is right?
Another view
Religious debates often shape laws and politics even if beliefs are private.
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