Almighty and eternal Lord God, the great Creator of heaven and earth, and the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ; look down from heaven in pity and compassion upon me thy servant, who humbly prostrate myself before thee.
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The duty of holding a Neutral conduct may be inferred, without any thing more, from the obligation which justice and humanity impose on every nation, in cases in which it is free to act, to maintain inviolate the relations of Peace and amity toward other Nations.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Nations have a responsibility to uphold peace and neutrality in their relations with others.
George Washington emphasizes the moral and ethical duty of nations to maintain neutrality and peace with one another. He suggests that justice and humanity require nations to act responsibly and uphold peaceful relations, especially when they have the freedom to choose how to engage with others.
Themes
NeutralityPeaceNationsJusticeHumanity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in discussions about international relations and diplomacy.
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