Abomination Quote by George F. Richards
“The efforts on the parts of Eastern magazine writers to educate the people of the United States, particularly parents, to the doctrine that they limit the number of their offspring to three or four children, and how this can be accomplished, is both pernicious and an abomination in the sight of the Lord; and it robs both man and his Maker of their glory and increase.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Doctrine of Population, 1915
The quote condemns attempts to limit family size, calling it sinful and harmful to humanity’s divine purpose.
In simple terms: Limiting children is seen as immoral and destructive.
Key Takeaway
Respect natural family growth.
Themes
religion
morality
population
family
Mood
serious
critical
Type
ethical
theological
When to use this quote
- parenting advice
- public policy debates
- religious counseling
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
social policy
Questions to Reflect On
- Is limiting family size ever justified?
- How do cultural values shape views on reproduction?
A Different Perspective
May ignore economic or environmental concerns of overpopulation.
