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“For emotional reasons, connected with my affection for my parents, I was a reluctant atheist, but giving up religion brought peace of mind because intellectual conflict was resolved.” quote by J. J. C. Smart
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“For emotional reasons, connected with my affection for my parents, I was a reluctant atheist, but giving up religion brought peace of mind because intellectual conflict was resolved.”

J. J. C. Smart

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Leaving religion resolved intellectual conflict, bringing mental peace.

In simple terms: Leaving faith eased mental conflict.

Key Takeaway

Seek intellectual harmony.

Themes

faith reason peace

Mood

thoughtful resolved

Type

philosophical introspective

When to use this quote

  • personal belief crisis
  • academic debate
  • spiritual searching

Key Concepts

philosophy of religion cognitive dissonance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What values remain after leaving faith?
  • How do you fill the void left by religion?
A Different Perspective

Loss of community support may follow.

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