Deism Quote by Christopher Hitchens
““The liberality of the age, or in other words the weakening of the obstinate prejudice, which makes men unable to see what is before their eyes because it is contrary to their expectations, has caused it to be very commonly admitted that a Deist may be truly religious: but if religion stands for any graces of character and not for mere dogma, the assertion may equally be made of many whose belief is far short of Deism.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: God Is Not Great, Christopher Hitchens, 2007
The quote argues that deism is often seen as religious because it avoids dogma, yet true religion is about moral character, not belief labels.
In simple terms: Deism is accepted as religious, but real religion is moral character.
Key Takeaway
Focus on character over creed.
Themes
religion
morality
skepticism
deism
prejudice
Mood
thoughtful
critical
reflective
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- interfaith dialogue
- education
- public discourse
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define religiousness beyond belief?
- Can moral character exist without religious framework?
A Different Perspective
It may oversimplify complex theological positions.
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