Jane Austen, an English novelist, wrote this quote. It explains that the moral character of clergy, the religious leaders, reflects on the rest of society. If clergy uphold good values, society follows; if they fail, society also suffers. This connection emphasizes the importance of leaders' integrity in shaping a community.
B1 · Intermediate · 50 words · ~1 min
Quote of the day · Jane Austen · Wikiquote
it will, I believe, be everywhere found, that as the clergy are, or are not what they ought to be, so are the rest of the nation.
— Jane Austen
Word notebook · B1
Tap a highlighted word in the text, or study the list below.
- moral
- related to right and wrong.
- reflect
- to show or represent something.
- values
- what is important to people.
- integrity
- being honest and having strong principles.
- community
- a group of people living together.