Appropriation Quote by John Foster Dulles
“Economic and military power can be developed under the spur of laws and appropriations. But moral power does not derive from any act of Congress. It depends on the relations of a people to their God. It is the churches to which we must look to develop the resources for the great moral offensive that is required to make human rights secure, and to win a just and lasting peace.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 1955, "Address to the United Nations General Assembly", New York
Moral authority stems from spiritual foundations, not legislative power; churches must nurture moral resources for human rights and peace.
In simple terms: Moral power comes from faith, not laws.
Key Takeaway
Engage religious communities to support human rights.
Themes
faith
human rights
peace
politics
Mood
hopeful
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy advocacy
- interfaith dialogue
- education programs
- peacebuilding initiatives
Key Concepts
theology
international relations
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can secular and religious groups collaborate on moral issues?
- What role should governments play in supporting moral initiatives?
A Different Perspective
Relying solely on religious institutions may exclude secular perspectives.
