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Faith Quote by Desmond Ford

“Sometimes a person's belief that he belongs to the "remnant church," and possesses "the truth" can lead him to act in ways where the end justifies the means. Hence facts are not honestly and openly confronted, and decisions are made in a way which is not completely ethical. First” quote by Desmond Ford
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““Sometimes a person's belief that he belongs to the "remnant church," and possesses "the truth" can lead him to act in ways where the end justifies the means. Hence facts are not honestly and openly confronted, and decisions are made in a way which is not completely ethical. First””

Desmond Ford

About This Quote

Source Interview: Discussing religious extremism, Desmond Ford, 1995

Believing one holds exclusive truth can justify unethical means and avoid confronting facts.

In simple terms: Exclusive truth can justify unethical actions.

Key Takeaway

Question claims of exclusive truth.

Themes

ethics religion truth power

Mood

critical concerned

Type

analytical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • church leadership
  • political movements
  • personal decisions

Key Concepts

morality groupthink

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives people to claim exclusive truth?
  • How can accountability be enforced?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify complex motivations.

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