Attributes Quote by Benjamin Rush
“Such is my veneration for every religion that reveals the attributes of the Deity, or a future state of rewards and punishments, that I had rather see the opinions of Confucius or Mahomed inculcated upon our youth than see them grow up wholly devoid of a system of religious principles.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Thoughts on the Influence of Religion on Youth, 1793
Religious education provides moral framework and future accountability, preferable to secular ignorance.
In simple terms: Religion offers moral guidance.
Key Takeaway
Promote ethical teachings in youth.
Themes
religion
morality
education
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- school curricula
- family upbringing
- community programs
Key Concepts
theology
social development
Questions to Reflect On
- How can moral values be taught without religion?
- What are the risks of imposing belief systems?
A Different Perspective
Secular ethics can also foster virtue.
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