Anti Quote by John Cotton
“Toleration made the world anti-Christian.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: The Covenant of Grace, 1650
Intolerance can erode the very foundations of a faith it claims to protect.
In simple terms: Intolerance harms the faith it claims to defend.
Key Takeaway
Promote genuine tolerance.
Themes
religion
history
social dynamics
conflict
faith
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
theological
historical
When to use this quote
- church debates
- interfaith dialogue
- policy making
Key Concepts
dogmatism
social cohesion
religious freedom
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true tolerance look like in religious practice?
- Can intolerance ever be justified?
A Different Perspective
Tolerance may be seen as compromising core beliefs.
