Democracy Quote by Khaled Abou El Fadl
“If human beings pretend to be God, then forget about democracy. If they understand that no human being can represent God, then sure.”
About This Quote
Equating humans with divinity undermines democracy; recognizing human limits preserves democratic values.
In simple terms: Human divinity threatens democracy.
Respect human limits to protect democracy.
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Type
When to use this quote
- government policy
- public discourse
- religious leadership
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance spiritual beliefs with democratic duties?
- What role should religion play in politics?
Balancing reverence and governance is complex.