Liberty is the proper end and object of authority, and cannot subsist without it; and it is liberty to that which is good, just, and honest.
John WinthropRead
We must delight in each other, make others conditions our own, rejoice together, mourn together, labor and suffer together, always having before our eyes our commission and community in the work, our community as members of the same body.
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes the importance of unity and shared experiences in a community.
John Winthrop highlights the significance of togetherness, urging individuals to take joy in one another's lives, to share the burdens and successes, and to recognize their interconnectedness as part of a greater whole. He underscores the idea that being part of a community means actively participating in both the joys and sorrows of life, fostering a sense of belonging and mutual support.
In practice
This quote can be used during a community gathering to inspire collaboration.
Liberty is the proper end and object of authority, and cannot subsist without it; and it is liberty to that which is good, just, and honest.
We see community organizations as major service providers and economic drivers rather than as recipients or distributors of charity, and coordinators of volunteers. Today they constitute what's referred to as 'the social economy'.
Frequent worshippers are also significantly more active citizens. They are more likely to belong to community organizations, especially those concerned with young people, health, arts and leisure, neighborhood and civic groups and professional associations.
I was taken by the power that savoring a simple cup of coffee can have to connect people and create community.
When we accept dismissive judgments of our community we stop having generous hope for it. We cease to be capable of serving its best interests.
It's easy for me to care about Toronto, because Toronto is a community that cares about itself. It represents the world. It talks to itself, and because it does, it figures out that there must be a music garden as part of its existence.
One of the pleasant things about small town life is that everyone, whether rich or poor, liked or disliked, has some kind of a role and place in the community. I never felt that living in a city - as I once did for a couple of years.
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