Accomplishment Quote by Lorenzo Snow
“We trace the hand of the Almighty in framing the constitution of our land, and believe that the Lord raised up men purposely for the accomplishment of this object, raised them up and inspired them to frame the Constitution of the United States”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 1905
Divine guidance shaped the U.S. Constitution, implying a purposeful, God‑directed design.
In simple terms: God helped form the Constitution.
Key Takeaway
Recognize higher purpose in institutions.
Themes
faith
government
purpose
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
political
When to use this quote
- civic education
- religious study
- public policy debates
Key Concepts
theology
political philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- Do we see divine intent in modern laws?
- How does faith influence civic duty?
A Different Perspective
Historical evidence is debated.
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![“We should try to learn the nature of [the spirit of revelation]. . . . This is the grand means that the Lord has provided for us, that we may know the light, and not be groveling continually in the dark.” quote by Lorenzo Snow](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/9a8/lorenzo-snow-16450_dark_we-should-try-to-learn-the-nature-of-the_135034.jpg)
