Agency Quote by Richard Le Gallienne
“Organized Christianity has probably done more to retard the ideals that were its founder's than any other agency in the world.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The New Republic, 1913
Institutional religion can hinder the original revolutionary ideas of its founders.
In simple terms: Religion may slow original ideals.
Key Takeaway
Question how institutions affect change.
Themes
religion
history
ideology
institutional power
reform
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
analytical
historical
When to use this quote
- political activism
- theological debate
- education reform
- community organizing
Key Concepts
institutional inertia
founder intent
social change
Questions to Reflect On
- How can reform be pursued within established faiths?
- What mechanisms protect original ideals?
A Different Perspective
Not all religious influence is negative; some preserve values.
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