Come Quote by Alan Keyes
“Rights come from God and only from God.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Political rally, 1998
Moral authority is claimed to be derived solely from a divine source.
In simple terms: Rights are said to come only from God.
Key Takeaway
Consider the basis of your moral convictions.
Themes
ethics
religion
politics
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- lawmaking
- public policy
- personal belief systems
- debates on morality
Key Concepts
divine command theory
human rights
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you think rights can exist without a deity?
- What are the implications of grounding law in religion?
A Different Perspective
Human societies also derive rights from secular principles and consensus.
