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.”
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.
Question institutional narratives.
Themes
Mood
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When to use this quote
- activism
- education
- policy analysis
- personal belief systems
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does faith inspire social justice?
- What alternatives exist to prevent numbness?
Not all religious practice is oppressive.