Conferences Quote by William Temple
“There is no structural organization of society which can bring about the coming of the Kingdom of God on earth since all systems can be perverted by the selfishness of man. The Malvern Manifesto: Drawn up by a Conference of the Province of York, January 10, 1941; signed for the Conference by Temple, then Archbishop of York .”
About This Quote
Source Document: The Malvern Manifesto, Conference of the Province of York, 1941
Human selfishness corrupts any system; no political structure can create God’s Kingdom on earth.
In simple terms: Selfishness thwarts all systems.
Key Takeaway
Address selfish motives in society.
Themes
politics
human nature
kingdom of God
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
theological
political
When to use this quote
- government reform
- community building
- faith activism
Key Concepts
ethics
social theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What structures can limit selfishness?
- Can spiritual values reshape political institutions?
A Different Perspective
Idealistic visions may ignore practical constraints.
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