Belief Quote by Marshall McLuhan
“I am a Christian according to my conscience in belief,in purpose and wish;Mnot of course by the orthodox standard. But I am content, and have a feeling of trust and safety. The Machiavellian mind and the merchant mind are at one in their simple faith in the power of segmental division to rule all--in the dichotomy of power and morals and of money and morals.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Understanding Media, 1964
The speaker claims personal Christian identity based on conscience, not orthodoxy, feeling trust, while critiquing power structures that divide morality and money.
In simple terms: Personal faith vs institutional doctrine; critique of power division.
Key Takeaway
Trust personal conscience, question institutional authority.
Themes
faith
conscience
power
morality
economics
Mood
reflective
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
social commentary
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- ethical decision making
- social critique
Key Concepts
Christianity
Machiavellianism
media theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal conscience shape your moral choices?
- What are the risks of viewing power purely as division?
A Different Perspective
Institutional religion may still offer community support.
