I think there in a great deal to be said for religious…
“I think there in a great deal to be said for religious education in the sense of teaching about religion and biblical literacy. Both those things, by the way, I suspect will prepare a child to give up religion. If you are taught comparative religion, you are more likely to realise that there are other religions than the one you have been brought up in. And if you are if you are taught to read the bible, I can think of almost nothing more calculated to turn you off religion.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Teaching religion as facts can unintentionally push children away from belief.
In simple terms: Teaching religion as facts may deter belief.
Key Takeaway
Present religion as a subject, not doctrine.
Themes
education
religion
critical thinking
belief
skepticism
Mood
analytical
skeptical
Type
academic
critical
When to use this quote
- School curricula
- parental guidance
- faith discussions
- academic courses
Key Concepts
Secularism
comparative religion
faith development
Questions to Reflect On
- Should religious education aim for belief or understanding?
- How can we teach religion without bias?
A Different Perspective
Some argue exposure fosters tolerance rather than rejection.