Atheism Quote by Abhijit Naskar
““I never attempt to take away people’s God from them, because that God is associated with a lot of human sentiments in the human psyche that act as fuel in daily survival. If you try to take away some hungry man’s stale bread, he would fight back, but if you give him something healthier and more substantial than the bread, then he would throw away the bread himself and accept your better food. The same is for God.””
About This Quote
The quote argues that removing a person's belief in God is akin to taking away a deep emotional source; offering a healthier alternative can lead them to willingly abandon the old belief.
In simple terms: Taking away God is like removing a vital belief; offering something better can replace it.
Consider offering constructive alternatives to deeply held beliefs.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- counseling
- spiritual guidance
- social reform
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What ethical concerns arise when replacing deeply held beliefs?
- How can healthier alternatives be introduced respectfully?
Changing core beliefs can cause resistance or loss of identity.