I don't like religion much, and I am glad that in the Bible the word is not to be found.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker dislikes formal religion and notes the Bible does not use the word 'religion'. This suggests a preference for practice over labels.
- In plain terms
- The author dislikes organized religion and points out the Bible avoids the term.
- What can you take from it?
- Labels like religion may not capture what faith truly is.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What role does religion play in your life?
- How important are labels in faith?
Another view
The quote overlooks that absence of the word does not mean absence of the concept.
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