Kingdom of god Quote by Ira Stoll
““As a final argument that Catholicism and statism are contradictory, Kennedy added, “A Catholic’s dual allegiance to the Kingdom of God on the one hand prohibits unquestioning obedience on the other to the state as an organic unit.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public lecture on church-state relations, 2020
Kennedy argues that Catholic loyalty to God conflicts with absolute obedience to a secular state, suggesting inherent tension.
In simple terms: Catholic faith can clash with unconditional state loyalty.
Key Takeaway
Consider the balance between religious and civic duties.
Themes
religion
politics
loyalty
conflict
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
debate
When to use this quote
- policy making
- church leadership
- citizen voting
Key Concepts
theology
political philosophy
civil obedience
Questions to Reflect On
- Can Catholics serve the state faithfully without compromising faith?
- How do other religions handle dual allegiances?
A Different Perspective
The tension may be mitigated by nuanced interpretations of civic responsibility.
