Caesar Quote by Saint Ambrose
“Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's and to God the things that are God's.”
About This Quote
Source Biblical: Matthew 22:21 (New Testament)
Dividing duties between earthly authority and divine worship; respect each realm's domain.
In simple terms: Separate worldly and spiritual obligations.
Respect proper authority.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government policy
- church governance
- personal faith practices
- legal decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When should secular law yield to religious belief?
- How do you honor both civic and spiritual responsibilities?
Balancing secular and sacred duties can be complex.