Community Quote by Eberhard Arnold
“Life in community is no less than a necessity for us, an inescapable ‘must’all life created by God exists in communal order and works toward community.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Community and Its Structures, 1935
Human beings inherently need community; it is a divine, essential order.
In simple terms: Community is essential.
Key Takeaway
Foster community.
Themes
social need
spiritual order
interdependence
Mood
solemn
hopeful
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- church groups
- neighborhood associations
- online forums
Key Concepts
Theology
sociology
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance personal freedom with community?
- What structures support healthy community?
A Different Perspective
Individualism can conflict with communal needs.
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