Another life Quote by W. Cleon Skousen
“Here is my creed: I believe in one God, the Creator of the universe. That he governs it by his providence. That he ought to be worshipped. That the most acceptable service we render to him is in doing good to his other children. That the soul of man is immortal, and will be treated with justice in another life respecting its conduct in this. These I take to be the fundamental points in all sound religion. --Benjamin Franklin”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Poor Richard's Almanack, 1736
Faith in a single creator who governs the universe and demands worship, while true service is doing good to others, reflecting moral conduct for eternal justice.
In simple terms: Believe in one God and serve others as true worship.
Key Takeaway
Live morally, help others.
Themes
faith
morality
justice
immortality
service
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal conduct
- community service
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
theism
ethical philosophy
afterlife
Questions to Reflect On
- How does helping others reflect your belief in God?
- What does immortality mean for your daily actions?
A Different Perspective
Critics argue that diverse religions offer varied paths to morality.
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