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Condemnation Quote by Erich Fromm

“In his condemnation [Karl] Marx referred to institutionalized religion,that has precisely the function of anesthetizing men till they do not notice the in- justice of which they are the perpetrators and the victims.” quote by Erich Fromm
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“In his condemnation [Karl] Marx referred to institutionalized religion,that has precisely the function of anesthetizing men till they do not notice the in- justice of which they are the perpetrators and the victims.”

Erich Fromm

About This Quote

Institutional religion can numb people to injustice, making them both perpetrators and victims.

In simple terms: Religion can numb awareness of injustice.

Key Takeaway

Question institutional narratives.

Themes

religion injustice social control

Mood

critical serious

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • activism
  • education
  • policy analysis
  • personal belief systems

Key Concepts

critical theory psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does faith inspire social justice?
  • What alternatives exist to prevent numbness?
A Different Perspective

Not all religious practice is oppressive.

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