Distrust Quote by Susan B. Anthony
“I distrust those people who know so well what God wants them to do, because I notice it always coincides with their own desires.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Women's rights rally, 1885
People claiming divine guidance often align it with personal ambition, revealing bias.
In simple terms: Beware of self‑serving claims of divine will.
Key Takeaway
Question motives behind moral arguments.
Themes
ethics
religion
self‑interest
Mood
skeptical
critical
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- political debates
- religious sermons
- policy advocacy
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
Moral psychology
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence shows personal desire influences moral claims?
- How can we discern genuine conviction from self‑interest?
A Different Perspective
Not all religious claims are insincere; context matters.
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