Animal Quote by Anonymous
“Religion is still useful among the herd - that it helps their orderly conduct as nothing else could. The crude human animal is in-eradicably superstitious, and there is every biological reason why they should be. Take away his Christian god and saints, and he will worship something else...”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Role of Religion in Society, 2010
Religion provides order and satisfies innate superstitious tendencies; removing it leads to alternative worship.
In simple terms: Religion offers order.
Key Takeaway
Recognize human need for meaning.
Themes
belief
social order
human nature
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
sociological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- community rituals
- political movements
- personal crises
- cultural shifts
Key Concepts
anthropology
psychology of religion
Questions to Reflect On
- What non‑religious structures provide similar order?
- How does superstition influence modern behavior?
A Different Perspective
Secular alternatives may not fulfill the same role.
