Whereas the glory of Almighty God and the good of mankind is the reason and end of government, therefore, government in itself is a venerable ordinance of God.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Government exists to serve divine glory and human welfare, making it sacred.
- In plain terms
- Government is for the good of people and has a higher purpose.
- What can you take from it?
- View governance as a tool for public good and higher purpose.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is the ultimate goal of government?
- Who defines public good?
Another view
It conflates secular governance with religious mandate.
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