Nothing is so fatal to religion as indifference.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Indifference kills religion more than opposition. Lack of care destroys faith.
- In plain terms
- Not caring about religion harms it more than hate.
- What can you take from it?
- Engagement is vital for beliefs to survive.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is indifference more dangerous than debate?
Another view
Critique can sometimes strengthen a faith.
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Whoever undertakes to set himself up as a judge of Truth and Knowledge is shipwrecked by the laughter of the gods.
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