America Quote by Lyndon B. Johnson
“Above the pyramid on the great seal of the United States it says in Latin: "God has favored our undertaking." God will not favor everything that we do. It is rather our duty to divine His will.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: State of the Union, 1965
Divine favor is not guaranteed for all actions; seeking God's will is a duty.
In simple terms: God favors some deeds, not all.
Key Takeaway
Seek divine guidance.
Themes
faith
duty
divine will
politics
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
political
spiritual
When to use this quote
- policy decisions
- personal ethics
- public statements
Key Concepts
theology
moral responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do leaders discern divine will?
- What role should faith play in governance?
A Different Perspective
Human interpretation of divine will varies.
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