“Without civic morality communities perish; without personal morality their survival has no value.”

Simplified Meaning:

Communities need people to act in ways that help others and follow rules to stay together and work well. When people don't do this, the community falls apart. Think of a small town where everyone throws trash on the streets. Soon, the town becomes dirty and unhealthy, making it hard to live there. But it’s also important for each person to have good morals or principles. If people are only looking out for themselves and being selfish, then even if the community sticks together, it won’t be a nice place to live. For example, if a town has laws that people follow, but everyone in the town lies and cheats, no one will trust each other. So, for a community to not only survive but also be a good place to live, everyone must care about others and act responsibly both in public and in their personal lives. Being kind, honest, and helpful can ensure that the community thrives and is a happy place for everyone.