Buddhism Quote by Daniel Dennett
“I think that there are no forces on this planet more dangerous to us all than the fanaticisms of fundamentalism, of all the species: Protestantism, Catholicism, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism, as well as countless smaller infections. Is there a conflict between science and religion here? There most certainly is.”
About This Quote
Fundamentalist fanaticism across religions poses a severe threat to humanity.
In simple terms: Religious extremism is dangerous.
Key Takeaway
Beware of extreme religious ideologies.
Themes
religion
extremism
danger
Mood
concerned
critical
Type
warning
analytical
When to use this quote
- political policy
- education curricula
- community dialogue
- media reporting
Key Concepts
fanaticism
socialharm
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives people toward religious extremism?
- How can societies protect freedom while limiting harm?
A Different Perspective
Not all religious individuals are extremist.
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