Atheists Quote by E.R. Braithwaite
““… They both professed to be atheists, but, judging by their conduct, they exhibited in their daily lives all those attributes which are fundamental to real, active Christianity. They were thoughtful for my comfort in every way, and shared many of my interests and pursuits with a zest which might well have been envied by much younger people. Together we went down to Torquay for a two-week holiday and returned to Brentwood completely refreshed.””
About This Quote
Source Memoir: "The Life of a Black Man", 1990
Even self‑identified atheists can embody Christian virtues through actions.
In simple terms: Actions can reflect Christianity without belief.
Key Takeaway
Judge people by deeds, not labels.
Themes
morality
humility
friendship
Mood
contemplative
warm
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- workplace collaboration
- community service
- interfaith dialogue
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
ethical behavior
secular spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- What virtues do you value most?
- How can you foster them regardless of belief?
A Different Perspective
Not all virtuous actions stem from religious belief.
![“Again, I hear almost everyday from atheists who write off religion as primitive, premodern nonsense. I summon Aquinas, Augustine, Paul [of Tarsus], Teresa of Avila, Joseph Ratzinger, and Edith Stein-in all their intellectual rigor-as allies in the the struggle against this dismissive atheism.” quote by Robert Barron](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/86d/robert-barron-13186_allies_again-i-hear-almost-everyday-from-atheis_35728.jpg)
![“JUST BECAUSE A BUNCH OF ATHEISTS ARE BETTER WRITERS THAN THE GUYS WHO WROTE THE BIBLE DOESN'T NECESSARILY MAKE THEM RIGHT!" [Owen Meany] said crossly. "LOOK AT THOSE WEIRDO TV MIRACLE-WORKERS--THEY'RE TRYING TO GET PEOPLE TO BELIEVE IN MAGIC! BUT THE REAL MIRACLES AREN'T ANYTHING YOU CAN…” quote by John Irving](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/70e/john-irving-337_atheists_just-because-a-bunch-of-atheists-are-bet_31804.jpg)
