Quote by William Penn

Men must be governed by God, or they will be ruled by tyrants.

Men must be governed by God, or they will be ruled by tyrant

Summary

This quote suggests that without a higher moral authority or belief in a divine power, humanity is vulnerable to being governed by oppressive and authoritarian leaders. It highlights the importance of having a spiritual and ethical framework to guide human behavior and prevent the rise of abusive forms of governance. The quote implies that being governed by God, or by a strong moral compass, ensures freedom and protection from tyranny.

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By William Penn

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