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Christianity is the root of all democracy, the highest fact in the rights of men
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"Christianity is the root of all democracy, the highest fact in the rights of men"

- Novalis

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Novalis' quote speaks to the importance of Christianity in the growth of democracy. He recommends that Christianity is the structure of democracy, and that it is the highest possible resource of civil liberties for individuals. This implies that Christianity is the basis for the concept of human rights, which it is the resource of the worths that underpin democracy. This remains in line with the suggestion that democracy is based upon the principles of equality, justice, and also liberty, which are all values that are discovered in Christianity. In addition, Novalis' quote recommends that Christianity is the source of the ethical and also honest concepts that are vital for a functioning freedom. By doing this, Christianity is viewed as the root of democracy, as well as the highest source of rights for people.

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Novalis This quote is written / told by Novalis between May 2, 1772 and March 25, 1801. He was a famous Poet from Germany. The author also have 20 other quotes.

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