Every man Quote by Fyodor Dostoyevsky
““It is that instinctive need of having a worship in common that is the chief suffering of every man, the chief concern of mankind from the beginning of times. It is for that universality of religious worship that people destroyed each other by sword.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Brothers Karamazov, 1880
Human yearning for shared worship leads to conflict and violence throughout history.
In simple terms: Common worship can cause suffering.
Key Takeaway
Recognize shared humanity.
Themes
religion
conflict
human nature
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- interfaith dialogue
- peacebuilding
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
existentialism
collective identity
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives the need for communal worship?
- How can societies honor diverse spiritual needs without conflict?
A Different Perspective
Some argue shared worship unites people.
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