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Accord Quote by Francis Landey Patton

“Christian obligation cannot be made to accord with a law of expediency. The Christian's maxims are, Do right because you are bound to do right. Do right though the heavens fall. There is a world of difference between You had better and You are bound to.” quote by Francis Landey Patton
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“Christian obligation cannot be made to accord with a law of expediency. The Christian's maxims are, Do right because you are bound to do right. Do right though the heavens fall. There is a world of difference between You had better and You are bound to.”

Francis Landey Patton

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About This Quote

Moral duty transcends pragmatic concerns; true Christianity demands adherence to absolute rightness regardless of consequences.

In simple terms: Duty over expediency

Key Takeaway

Rightness is binding, not optional

Themes

Morality Duty Principle overUtility Integrity Faith

Mood

Resolute Serious Inspirational

Type

maxim aphor

When to use this quote

  • making ethical decisions under pressure
  • facing societal expectations
  • navigating personal vs. public good

Key Concepts

Ethics Christian doctrine

Practical Applications

  • ethical leadership
  • moral education

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does it mean to be bound to rightness?
  • How can one reconcile faith with conflicting worldly demands?

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