So far as the religion of the day is concerned, it is a damned fake ... Religion is all bunk.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Edison harshly criticizes contemporary religion as fake and nonsensical.
- In plain terms
- He thinks the religion of his time is false and useless.
- What can you take from it?
- Question established religious claims critically.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes religion fake to you?
- Can faith be rational?
Another view
It is dismissive and lacks nuance about diverse religious experiences.
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