Bible Quote by Ezra Taft Benson
““In framing that great document which Gladstone declared ‘the most wonderful work ever struck off at a given time by the brain and purpose of man,’ our early leaders our early leaders called upon a kind Providence. Later the product of the constitutional convention was referred to as our God-inspired Constitution. They had incorporated within its sacred paragraphs eternal principles supported by the holy scriptures with which they were familiar. It was established ‘for the rights and protection of all flesh according to just and holy principles.””
About This Quote
The quote argues that the U.S. Constitution was framed as a divinely guided document, embedding eternal, religiously inspired principles to protect human rights.
In simple terms: Constitution as a God‑inspired charter.
Key Takeaway
Divine authority legitimizes law.
Themes
political theory
religion
founding myths
legal philosophy
American history
Mood
reverent
assertive
Type
historical claim
political commentary
When to use this quote
- constitutional drafting
- civic education
- political rhetoric
- legal interpretation
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
natural law
theocracy
social contract
human rights
Practical Applications
- law school curricula
- public policy debates
Questions to Reflect On
- Does invoking divine inspiration strengthen or weaken constitutional authority?
- How do religious references affect modern interpretations of the Constitution?
