Age Quote by William Brewster
“Generally, elders are among the more reverent members of the Church, but there is no law prescribing their age.”
About This Quote
Older members often show deep respect, yet no rule mandates age for reverence.
In simple terms: Elders are respectful, but age isn’t required.
Key Takeaway
Respect is earned, not assigned by age.
Themes
respect
age
church
tradition
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
observational
advice
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- intergenerational dialogue
- mentor selection
Key Concepts
authority
community
spiritual maturity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can younger members demonstrate reverence?
- What criteria should guide respect in a community?
A Different Perspective
Age alone does not guarantee reverence or wisdom.
![“When people become elders - when they're older; they can be old without being an elder, really. They [can] just be old and not very useful.” quote by Alice Walker](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/3f8/alice-walker-347_aging_when-people-become-elders-when-they-re-o_1827190.jpg)
