Time spent arguing with the faithful is, oddly enough, almost never wasted.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Arguing with religious believers is considered valuable time not wasted.
- In plain terms
- Talking to religious people is not a waste of time.
- What can you take from it?
- Debate with believers can be productive.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is debate worthwhile?
- How to approach believers?
Another view
Some debates may be fruitless.
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