How we cite our quotes: (Act.Paragraph)
Quote #7
MORE: I? What stands between them is a sacrament of the Church. I'm less important than you think, Alice. (1.612)
For his part, More is absolutely dedicated to the Catholic Church, which is maybe a little odd when you think about it. After all, it's not like he's especially spiritual. He's not even much of a fan of the current Pope. Regardless, the age-old traditions of Catholicism are what keep him coming back.
Quote #8
ROPER: My god wants service, to the end and unremitting; nothing else!
MORE: (Dryly) Are you sure that's God? He sounds like Moloch. (1.699-700)
Talk about a difference of opinions. While Roper is an absolute fanatic in his ever-shifting beliefs, More believes that logic is God's greatest gift to humankind.
Quote #9
CHAPUYS: (Approaching MORE, thrillingly) And how much longer shall we hear the holy language in these shores?
MORE: (Alert, poker-faced) 'Tisn't "holy," Your Excellency; just old. (2.49-50)
More might be religious, but he's a realist to the core. His beef with Henry isn't about foundational religious principles or mystical truths or life-changing spiritual principles. It's simply about his own unwavering personal commitment to his faith. That really bucks modern stereotypes about religious folks, huh?