Quote by Charles Hodge

The functions of these elders, therefore, determine the power of the people for a representative is one chosen by others to do in their name what they are entitled to do in their own persons or rather to exercise the powers which radically inhere in those for whom they act.

The functions of these elders, therefore, determine the powe

Summary

This quote emphasizes the role of elders in a community or society. It suggests that the power of the people lies in their ability to choose representatives who can act on their behalf, essentially exercising the inherent powers that individuals possess. The functions fulfilled by these elders play a crucial role in determining the extent of power granted to the people. Overall, the quote underlines the importance of representative democracy and the role of elected officials in representing the will and interests of the people they serve.

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