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What does it mean?
The quote asserts a strictly naturalistic worldview, claiming religion enslaves the mind.
In plain terms
Religion is fake and makes people less free; only nature is real.
What can you take from it?
Rely on nature and reject religious superstition.

Where it applies

  • debating faith
  • personal worldview

Putting it to work

  • evaluate supernatural claims
  • trust natural world

Questions to consider

  • Does religion enslave or free?
  • What is your view on the supernatural?

Another view

It dismisses the potential psychological or social benefits of religion.

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