Your cravings as a human animal do not become a prayer just because it is God whom you ask to attend to them.
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The Universal Declaration... as a common standard of achievement for all peoples and all nations...it not only crystallizes the political thought of our times on these matters, but it has also influenced the thinking of legislators all over the world.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the significance of the Universal Declaration as a guiding principle for global governance and human rights.
Dag Hammarskjold highlights the importance of the Universal Declaration as a benchmark for human rights and governance across nations. This historical document has not only shaped political ideologies but has also profoundly impacted legislation and the way lawmakers around the world approach issues concerning human dignity and rights.
Themes
Universal DeclarationHuman RightsLegislationPolitical ThoughtGlobal Governance
In practice
Example use cases
During an international conference discussing human rights, this quote can be used to highlight the importance of universal standards.
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