Being Quote by Thomas More
“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.”
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.
Acknowledge common spiritual foundations.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- interfaith dialogue
- anthropology
- global ethics
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What unites diverse faiths beyond terminology?
- How do cultural lenses shape divine concepts?
Different names can mask deeper disagreements about doctrine.