The Quaker Testimonies

The Quaker Testimonies are core principles guiding the values and behavior of Quakers (or Friends). These include Integrity (honesty), Simplicity (living plainly and avoiding excess), Peace (nonviolence and harmony), Equality (treating everyone fairly), and Community (supporting and caring for one another). These principles stem from their faith’s emphasis on inner spiritual experience and the direct pursuit of truth and righteousness. Practicing these testimonies helps Quakers align their lives with their beliefs, fostering moral integrity and promoting social justice through everyday actions.