Saying / Proverb★★★★
Neverwasartmorenobly employedthan by ourforefathers,when theyraised
thosebeautifulpiles- ourcathedrals,our churches,our universities,our abbeys,
to thehonourof thatreligion whichGodhad given toman.
— Bray
Also attributed to: Unknown
The point
The speaker praises the use of art in building religious structures like cathedrals and churches by forefathers as an honorable act of worship.
Scripture
Exodus 35:31-32
Audience
AdultsYouth
Occasions
Dedication
Tone
Reverent · Appreciative
To tell aloud
under a minute · 16 words