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“And, indeed, though they differ concerning other things, yet all agree in this: that they think there is one Supreme Being that made and governs the world, whom they call, in the language of their country, Mithras.” quote by Thomas More
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“And, indeed, though they differ concerning other things, yet all agree in this: that they think there is one Supreme Being that made and governs the world, whom they call, in the language of their country, Mithras.”

Thomas More

About This Quote

Source Book: Utopia, 1516

Various cultures recognize a supreme creator, often naming it differently, reflecting a shared belief in a governing power.

In simple terms: Many peoples believe in a supreme being.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge common spiritual foundations.

Themes

religion culture unity

Mood

thoughtful open‑minded

Type

theological comparative

When to use this quote

  • interfaith dialogue
  • anthropology
  • global ethics

Key Concepts

theology comparative religion

Questions to Reflect On

  • What unites diverse faiths beyond terminology?
  • How do cultural lenses shape divine concepts?
A Different Perspective

Different names can mask deeper disagreements about doctrine.

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