Complicated Quote by James Madison
“The great objects which presented themselves [to the Constitutional Convention] ... formed a task more difficult than can be well conceived by those who were not concerned in the execution of it. Adding to these considerations the natural diversity of human opinions on all new and complicated subjects, it is impossible to consider the degree of concord which ultimately prevailed as less than a miracle.”
About This Quote
The Constitutional Convention faced unprecedented complexity and diverse opinions, making its success seem miraculous.
In simple terms: Founding a nation required extraordinary cooperation.
Value diverse perspectives in problem solving.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- government formation
- team projects
- conflict resolution
- policy drafting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What modern challenges seem miraculous when solved?
- How can we foster cooperation among divergent views?
Miracles often arise from hard work, not chance.