Religion is tied to the deepest feelings people have. The love that arises from that stewing pot is the sweetest and strongest, but the hate is the hottest, and the anger is the most violent.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Religion fuels intense emotions; love from it is strong, while hate and anger are fierce.
- In plain terms
- Religion can create powerful love, hate, and anger.
- What can you take from it?
- Be aware of how strong beliefs amplify emotions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can you channel strong emotions from belief constructively?
Another view
It generalizes all religious experience as emotionally extreme.
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