Who said “For of those to whom much is given, much is required.”?

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John F. Kennedy. A published source records them saying or writing it.

SourceThe City upon a Hill speech

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APA

Kennedy, J. F. (n.d.). For of those to whom much is given, much is required. [Quotation]. Famous Quotations Network. Retrieved October 24, 2026, from https://www.famous-quotations.com/quotes/19728-for-of-those-to-whom-much-is-given/

MLA

Kennedy, John F. “For of those to whom much is given, much is required.” Famous Quotations Network, https://www.famous-quotations.com/quotes/19728-for-of-those-to-whom-much-is-given/. Accessed 24 Oct. 2026.

Chicago

Kennedy, John F. “For of those to whom much is given, much is required.” Famous Quotations Network. Accessed October 24, 2026. https://www.famous-quotations.com/quotes/19728-for-of-those-to-whom-much-is-given/.