It is the distinguishing glory of Christianity not to rest satisfied with superficial appearances, but to rectify the motives, and purify the heart.
William WilberforceRead
God Almighty has set before me two great objects: the suppression of the slave trade and the reformation of manners.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Wilberforce expresses his commitment to fight against the slave trade and promote moral reform.
This quote by William Wilberforce highlights his dual mission to end the slave trade and improve societal values. It reflects a profound sense of duty and moral responsibility, showing that he believed these two objectives were paramount in creating a just and humane society, emphasizing the significance of personal conviction in the face of social injustice.
Themes
Slave TradeMoralityJusticeReformHuman Rights
In practice
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This quote can be used during a speech on social justice.
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In an age in which infidelity abounds, do we observe parents carefully instructing their children in the principles of faith which they profess? Or do they furnish their children with arguments for the defense of that faith? ...it is not surprising to see them abandon a position which they are unable to defend.
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