Buried Quote by Alexis de Tocqueville
“European Christianity has allowed itself to be intimately united with the powers of this world. Now that these powers are falling, it is as if it were buried under their ruins.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Democracy in America, 1835
Observes that religious institutions are entangled with declining worldly powers, risking loss of relevance.
In simple terms: Religion tied to fading power loses influence.
Reclaim spiritual independence.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political shifts
- cultural transitions
- church reforms
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can faith stay vital amid political change?
- What role should religion play in modern society?
Not all religious groups are politically aligned.