Skip to content

Bible Quote by Daniel Webster

“This is the Book. I have read the Bible through many times, and now make it a practice to read it through once every year. It is a book of all others for lawyers, as well as divines; and I pity the man who cannot find in it a rich supply of thought and of rules for conduct. It fits man for…” quote by Daniel Webster
Download Open image
“This is the Book. I have read the Bible through many times, and now make it a practice to read it through once every year. It is a book of all others for lawyers, as well as divines; and I pity the man who cannot find in it a rich supply of thought and of rules for conduct. It fits man for life--it prepares him for death.”

Daniel Webster

About This Quote

The Bible serves as a comprehensive guide, offering moral instruction, legal principles, and existential preparation, making it essential for both professional and personal development.

In simple terms: A universal moral and practical handbook.

Key Takeaway

Read it annually for guidance.

Themes

Morality Law Philosophy Spirituality Life preparation

Mood

Contemplative Respectful Inspirational

Type

Proverbial Didactic

When to use this quote

  • Legal study
  • Clergy training
  • Personal reflection
  • End‑of‑life contemplation

Key Concepts

Ethics Legal reasoning Human nature

Practical Applications

  • Ethics education
  • Counseling

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does regular engagement with foundational texts shape one's decisions?
  • In what ways can a religious work inform secular law?
3.7 out of 5 (9 ratings)

More by Daniel Webster

Explore all 170 Daniel Webster quotes

More Bible quotes

Browse all 8,465 Bible quotes