Avoided Quote by Pope Leo XIII
“Everyone should avoid familiarity or friendship with anyone suspected of belonging to masonry or to affiliated groups. Know them by their fruits and avoid them. Every familiarity should be avoided, not only with those impious libertines who openly promote the character of the sect, but also with those who hide under the mask of universal tolerance, respect for all religions, and the craving to reconcile the maxims of the Gospel with those of the revolution. These men seek to reconcile Christ and Belial, the Church of God and the state without God.”
About This Quote
Source Encyclical: Humanum Genus, 1884
Beware of those who hide harmful intentions behind a façade of tolerance; judge by actions, not words.
In simple terms: Judge people by deeds, not appearances.
Key Takeaway
Stay vigilant about true motives.
Themes
caution
faith
politics
Mood
cautious
serious
Type
religious
political
When to use this quote
- friendships
- political alliances
- community leadership
Key Concepts
religious hypocrisy
secularism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern genuine intent?
- When is caution excessive?
A Different Perspective
Over‑generalizing can alienate sincere individuals.
