Faith Quote by Ben Carson
““The secular progressive movement in America has been successful in removing all vestiges of faith in God from the public square. The very fact that people hesitate to say “Merry Christmas” to strangers lets you know just how successful they have been. Why are they so determined to remove God from our lives? They recognize that if we have no higher authority to answer to than man, we become gods unto ourselves and get to determine our own behavior. In their world, “If it feels good, do it.” They can justify anything based on their ideology because in their opinion, there is no higher authority other than themselves to overrule them. They have a visceral reaction to the mention of God’s word, because it tears at the fabric of their justification system.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, 2023, USA
The quote argues that secular progress removes religious references, leading to moral relativism where personal feeling replaces higher authority.
In simple terms: Secularism erodes shared moral standards, leaving individuals to decide right and wrong.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the need for shared values beyond personal preference.
Themes
religion
morality
secularism
authority
culture
Mood
critical
contemplative
Type
analytical
controversial
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- education curricula
- community events
- media commentary
Key Concepts
ethical relativism
social cohesion
public sphere
Questions to Reflect On
- How does society maintain moral order without a higher authority?
- Can personal responsibility replace shared belief systems?
A Different Perspective
It may overlook positive aspects of secular societies like inclusivity and human rights.
