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Comfort Quote by Mary Wortley Montagu

“Nobody can deny but religion is a comfort to the distressed, a cordial to the sick, and sometimes a restraint on the wicked...” quote by Mary Wortley Montagu
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“Nobody can deny but religion is a comfort to the distressed, a cordial to the sick, and sometimes a restraint on the wicked...”

Mary Wortley Montagu

About This Quote

Source Letter: Correspondence, Mary Wortley Montagu, 1735

Religion offers comfort to the suffering, companionship to the ill, and can restrain immoral behavior, yet it may also limit freedom.

In simple terms: Religion comforts and restrains.

Key Takeaway

Recognize both benefits and constraints of faith.

Themes

faith comfort morality

Mood

contemplative critical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • counseling
  • ethical debates
  • community support
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

theology social control

Questions to Reflect On

  • What role does faith play in your life?
  • Can morality exist without religion?
A Different Perspective

Reliance on religion may hinder personal responsibility.

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