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Atheism Quote by Benjamin Franklin

“Indeed, when religious people quarrel about religion, or hungry people quarrel about victuals, it looks as if they had not much of either among them.” quote by Benjamin Franklin
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“Indeed, when religious people quarrel about religion, or hungry people quarrel about victuals, it looks as if they had not much of either among them.”

Benjamin Franklin

About This Quote

Source Essay: Poor Richard's Almanack, 1742

People argue over both faith and food, showing they lack depth in either.

In simple terms: Quarrels reveal shallow commitment.

Key Takeaway

Focus on substance over conflict.

Themes

religion food conflict human nature

Mood

skeptical reflective

Type

aphilosophical critical

When to use this quote

  • family meals
  • political debates
  • interfaith dialogues

Key Concepts

materialism faith priorities

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does this say about our values?
  • How can we prioritize depth over dispute?
A Different Perspective

Arguments often stem from deeper insecurities.

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