There are some quotes that just stick with you, and for me this is one of them. This quote which is often attributed to St. Augustine is one of my favorites: “In necessariis unitas, in non-necessariis libertas, in omnibus caritas.” This famous motto appeared for the first time in Germany in AD 1627 and came originally, it is believed, from Rupertus Meldenius. It was utilized among the peaceful theologians of the Lutheran and German Reformed Churches, then found great welcome among the Anglicans. In English, it is translated most often as:
In essentials unity, in non-essentials liberty, in all things charity.
Anyone who listens to Hank Hannagraf, aka "The Bible Answer Man" hears him use this quote all the time. Great quote, and how true it really is.
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