Courses Quote by Calvin Coolidge
“Unless we lay our course in accordance with this principle, the great power for good in the world with which we have been intrusted by a Divine Providence will be turned to a power for evil.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Presidential Address, United States, 1925
If we ignore moral guidance, the power entrusted to us can become destructive rather than beneficial.
In simple terms: Ignoring moral principles turns good power into evil.
Key Takeaway
Uphold ethical standards in leadership.
Themes
morality
leadership
responsibility
power
ethics
Mood
serious
inspirational
cautionary
Type
political
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- government policy
- corporate governance
- community decisions
- personal conduct
Key Concepts
divine providence
public trust
moral law
Questions to Reflect On
- What principles guide your decisions?
- How can societies enforce ethical behavior?
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