Apprehension Quote by George Washington
“If I could have entertained the slightest apprehension that the Constitution framed in the Convention where I had the honor to preside might possibly endanger the religious rights of any ecclesiastical society, certainly I would never have placed my signature to it.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Constitutional Convention, 1787
He feared the Constitution might threaten religious freedoms, so he would not sign it.
In simple terms: He worried about religious rights.
Key Takeaway
Protect liberty in law.
Themes
religion
constitution
rights
Mood
serious
thoughtful
Type
historical
political
When to use this quote
- legal drafting
- public policy
Key Concepts
separation of church and state
founding principles
Questions to Reflect On
- How to ensure religious freedom?
- What safeguards are needed?
A Different Perspective
Balancing rights is complex.
