It appears to me, then, little short of a miracle, that…
“It appears to me, then, little short of a miracle, that the Delegates from so many different States . . . should unite in forming a system of national Government, so little liable to well founded objections.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He marvels at the unlikely unity of diverse states forming a national government despite potential objections.
In simple terms: He sees the union as a miracle despite doubts.
Value collaborative effort.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political conventions
- constitutional debates
- nation building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What factors enable such unity?
- How can dissent be constructively addressed?
The “miracle” may overlook practical challenges of governance.