Abolish Quote by John Haynes Holmes
“Religion must be used in furthering great works of justice and reform. It must be used to establish right relations between different groups of men, and thus to make a reality of brotherhood. It must be used to abolish poverty, the breeding ground of all misery and crime, by distributing equably among men the abundance of the soil. And it must be used to get rid of war and to establish enduring peace. Here is the supreme test of the effectiveness of religion.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address by John Haynes Holmes, early 20th century
Religion should be a tool for justice, equality, and peace, not merely doctrine.
In simple terms: Use faith to promote justice and peace.
Key Takeaway
Apply religious values to social reform.
Themes
justice
peace
equality
social reform
religion
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- poverty alleviation
- conflict resolution
- interfaith dialogue
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
ethics
human rights
community building
Questions to Reflect On
- How can faith communities influence policy?
- What obstacles hinder religious involvement in reform?
A Different Perspective
Religion alone cannot solve structural issues without concrete policies.
