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“Superstitious." What a strange word. If you believed in Christianity or Islam, it was called "faith". But if you believed in astrology or Friday the thirteenth it was superstition! Who had the right to call other people's belief superstition?” quote by Jostein Gaarder
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“Superstitious." What a strange word. If you believed in Christianity or Islam, it was called "faith". But if you believed in astrology or Friday the thirteenth it was superstition! Who had the right to call other people's belief superstition?”

Jostein Gaarder

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Labeling beliefs as superstition versus faith reflects cultural bias; respect diverse perspectives.

In simple terms: Bias shapes how we judge beliefs.

Key Takeaway

Practice open‑mindedness.

Themes

tolerance culture beliefs

Mood

inquisitive reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • interfaith dialogues
  • cultural education
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

philosophy religion social psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you define superstition?
  • What makes a belief valid?
A Different Perspective

Dismissal of differing views can hinder understanding.

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