Decided Quote by Charles Colson
“What is true has never been a question to be decided by polls or popular opinion. Truth isn’t ‘democratic’—it’s something that God has written into the very fabric of nature.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Colson Report, 1995
Truth is absolute, not determined by popular vote, and is embedded in nature by a divine source.
In simple terms: Truth is fixed, not democratic.
Key Takeaway
Respect objective truth beyond popular opinion.
Themes
truth
divine order
objectivity
politics
Mood
serious
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- policy making
- public debate
- ethical decisions
- education
Key Concepts
metaphysics
natural law
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines truth in society?
- How do we balance divine belief with democratic processes?
A Different Perspective
Truth can be interpreted differently; consensus still matters.
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