A dogmatic belief in objective value is necessary to the very idea of a rule which is not tyranny or an obedience which is not slavery.
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God can show Himself as He really is only to real men. And that means not simply to men who are individually good, but to men who are united together in a body, loving one another, helping one another, showing Him to one another. For that is what God meant humanity to be like; like players in one band, or organs in one body.
Interpretation
What this quote means
God reveals Himself to those who collectively love and support one another.
C. S. Lewis suggests that true understanding of God comes not solely from individual goodness, but from the unity and love expressed among people who support each other in a community. He likens humanity to an orchestra or a body where each part plays a vital role in reflecting God's nature and purpose.
Themes
GodUnityCommunityLoveSupportHumanity
In practice
Example use cases
A speaker at a church event discussing the importance of community.
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