Brother Quote by Lyman Abbott
“The brotherhood of man is an integral part of Christianity no less than the Fatherhood of God; and to deny the one is no less infidel than to deny the other.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Church and the Social Order by Lyman Abbott, 1905
Human brotherhood mirrors divine fatherhood; denying either undermines faith and moral unity.
In simple terms: Brotherhood and fatherhood are linked; reject both is faith.
Key Takeaway
Embrace both spiritual and social unity.
Themes
faith
unity
brotherhood
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- church community
- interfaith dialogue
- social justice
- personal belief
Key Concepts
theology
social ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance spiritual and social responsibilities?
- What consequences arise from denying either?
A Different Perspective
Neglecting one aspect can weaken the other.
