Bitter Quote by Cecil B. DeMille
“Our modern world defined God as a ‘religious complex’ and laughed at the Ten Commandments as OLD FASHIONED. Then, through the laughter came the shattering thunder of the World War. And now a blood-drenched, bitter world — no longer laughing — cries for a way out. There is but one way out. It existed before it was engraven upon Tablets of Stone. It will exist when stone has crumbled. The Ten Commandments are not rules to obey as a personal favor to God. They are the fundamental principles without which mankind cannot live together. They are not laws — they are The Law.”
About This Quote
The quote argues that the Ten Commandments are universal moral foundations, not merely religious rules, and that ignoring them leads to societal collapse.
In simple terms: The Ten Commandments are basic moral laws essential for human coexistence.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and uphold universal moral principles.
Themes
morality
religion
societal cohesion
history
war
Mood
reflective
serious
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
warning
When to use this quote
- political leadership
- community building
- education
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
ethical universalism
moral law
civilization
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- What core principles guide your community?
- How do societies enforce universal morals?
A Different Perspective
Human nature can be ignored without consequences.
