Absolute power Quote by Bangambiki Habyarimana
““Much terror in religion is not the will of god, it is created by power hungry clerics who thirst for absolute power and claim it for god. God does not seek power, he is already powerful.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, date unknown
Religious violence often stems from leaders seeking personal power, not divine will; true divinity is already powerful and does not need to dominate.
In simple terms: Power‑hungry leaders misuse religion for control.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and challenge authority that exploits faith.
Themes
religion
power
authority
ethics
Mood
concerned
critical
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- political rallies
- church leadership
- activist movements
- interfaith dialogues
Key Concepts
theocracy
abuse of power
spiritual autonomy
Questions to Reflect On
- Who benefits from the claim that God wants power?
- How can communities resist authoritarian religious narratives?
A Different Perspective
Religious institutions may also genuinely seek peace, complicating the critique.
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