Religion quote by Joseph Ratzinger

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A just laicism allows religious freedom. The state does not impose religion but rather gives space to religions with a r
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"A just laicism allows religious freedom. The state does not impose religion but rather gives space to religions with a responsibility toward civil society, and therefore it allows these religions to be factors in building up society"

- Joseph Ratzinger

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This quote by Joseph Ratzinger talks to the value of spiritual liberty and the function of religious beliefs in society. Ratzinger is promoting for a just laicism, which is a type of secularism that permits religious flexibility. He is suggesting that the state ought to not impose any specific religion, however rather need to give space to all religions and allow them to contribute to the building of society. Ratzinger is highlighting the duty of faiths to civil society, and the significance of spiritual liberty in order to ensure that all faiths can add to the betterment of society. This quote speaks to the significance of spiritual liberty and the function of faith in society, and the requirement for a simply laicism that allows for religious liberty and motivates the contribution of all religions to society.

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Germany Flag This quote is written / told by Joseph Ratzinger somewhere between April 16, 1927 and today. He/she was a famous Clergyman from Germany, the quote is categorized under the topic Religion. The author also have 21 other quotes.

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