America Quote by Os Guinness
“Augustine says that you don't understand a nation by the throw weight of its military or the strength of its research universities or the size of its population, but by looking at what it loves in common. To assess a nation, you look at the health and strength of its ideals. And there's no question that the common love in America is freedom.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Global Public Square, 2015
A nation's character is judged by its shared values, not material power.
In simple terms: Values define a nation.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate common ideals.
Themes
culture
values
nationhood
Mood
thoughtful
inspiring
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- community building
- national identity
Key Concepts
social cohesion
political theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What ideals unite your community?
- How to protect them?
A Different Perspective
Values can be contested and evolve.
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