Details Quote by David Hume
“If the religious spirit be ever mentioned in any historical narration, we are sure to meet afterwards with a detail of the miseries which attend it. And no period of time can be happier or more prosperous, than those in which it is never regarded or heard of.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding, 1748
Religion often brings suffering; societies flourish when it is ignored.
In simple terms: Religion can cause misery; ignoring it may bring prosperity.
Key Takeaway
Consider the impact of religion on wellbeing.
Themes
religion
human suffering
prosperity
history
philosophy
skepticism
Mood
reflective
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- political policy
- community health
- personal belief systems
- cultural analysis
Key Concepts
theodicy
secularism
social stability
Questions to Reflect On
- How does religion affect individual happiness?
- Can societies thrive without any religious influence?
A Different Perspective
Religion can also provide community and moral guidance.
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