Quote by Joseph De Maistre

We are all bound to the throne of the Supreme Being by a flexible chain which restrains without enslaving us. The most wonderful aspect of the universal scheme of things is the action of free beings under divine guidance.

We are all bound to the throne of the Supreme Being by a fle

Summary

This quote highlights the concept of a higher power or "Supreme Being" to which we are all connected. However, it argues that our relationship with this higher power is not one of complete subjugation. Instead, it emphasizes a flexible chain that both restricts and guides us. The quote further suggests that the most remarkable aspect of this divine arrangement is the ability of individuals to exercise their freedom while still being supported and guided by a higher power.

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