Atheism Quote by Ellen Battelle Dietrick
“Resolved, That we especially protest against this present attempt to force all the people to follow the religious dictates of a part of the people, as establishing a precedent for the entrance of a most dangerous complicity between Church and State, thereby subtly undermining the foundation of liberty, so carefully laid by the wisdom of our fathers.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Women's Rights Convention, 1885
She opposes merging church and state, fearing it threatens liberty and promotes dangerous alliances.
In simple terms: Separate church and state to protect freedom.
Key Takeaway
Defend secular governance.
Themes
politics
religion
liberty
Mood
cautious
serious
Type
political
historical
When to use this quote
- legislative debates
- public policy
- community organizing
Key Concepts
separation of powers
civil rights
government overreach
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies maintain both?
- What safeguards exist?
A Different Perspective
Balancing religious freedom with secular law is complex.
