Devotion Quote by Hosea Ballou
“Man, being not only a religious, but also a social being, requires for the promotion of his rational happiness religious institutions, which, while they give a proper direction to devotion, at the same time make a wise and profitable improvement of his social feelings.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: The Doctrine of Religion, 1855
Religious institutions should guide rational happiness and also enhance social bonds, making faith both moral and socially beneficial.
In simple terms: Faith should promote personal happiness and improve social relations.
Key Takeaway
Seek communities that foster both spiritual growth and social well‑being.
Themes
religion
community
rational happiness
social improvement
morality
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
theological
social
When to use this quote
- church groups
- faith‑based charities
- study circles
- interfaith dialogues
Key Concepts
theology
social ethics
human flourishing
Questions to Reflect On
- Can faith be both rational and socially enriching?
- How to avoid institutional rigidity?
A Different Perspective
Institutions may become dogmatic, limiting rational happiness.
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