Church Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“The church, the state, and the poor, are 3 daughters which we should maintain, but not portion off.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Poor 1789, The Church and State, null
Maintaining church, state, and poor together preserves societal balance; neglecting any harms the whole.
In simple terms: Keep all three pillars together.
Key Takeaway
Preserve all three institutions.
Themes
society
balance
responsibility
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- government budgeting
- community support
- charitable work
Key Concepts
public policy
social welfare
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you prioritize these three in policy?
- What risks arise from cutting support?
A Different Perspective
Neglecting one can cause systemic collapse.
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