As they have the public society under their care and…
““As they have the public society under their care and power, so they have advantage to promote the public interest every way; and if they are such rulers as have been spoken of, they are some of the greatest blessings to the public. Their influence has a tendency to promote their wealth and cause their temporal possessions and blessings to abound: and to promote virtue amongst them, and so to unite them one to another in peace and mutual benevolence, and make them happy in society, each one the instrument of his neighbor’s quietness, comfort and prosperity; and by these means to advance their reputation and honor in the world; and which is much more, to promote their spiritual and eternal happiness.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Rulers who care for society can foster public good, wealth, virtue, peace, and mutual prosperity, leading to both material and spiritual happiness.
In simple terms: Caring rulers boost wealth, virtue, peace, and happiness.
Key Takeaway
Promote benevolent leadership.
Themes
leadership
public welfare
virtue
peace
prosperity
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
ethical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- government policy
- community building
- economic development
- spiritual guidance
Key Concepts
social contract
ethical governance
collective well‑being
Questions to Reflect On
- How can leaders ensure their power benefits all?
- What safeguards prevent abuse of authority?
A Different Perspective
Power can be misused, leading to corruption or neglect of the poor.