Quote#God & Faith
The conception of religion has extended from the individual to…
Quote byLillian Wald · 1867–1940
Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: "New Aspects of Social Responsibilities (October 12, 1915).
English (original)
The conception of religion has extended from the individual to society; a true religion fills the need of both. Economics and government and a rational view of religion are based on human needs; and fundamental human needs underlie the so-called labor and women’s movements.
— Lillian Wald
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