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“Thou shalt not kill: the four most important, and yet, most ignored words in all religious teachings. There is not an asterisk next to that commandment saying, “Unless you walk on all four and have fur, feathers, horns, beaks or gills.” quote by Gary Yourofsky
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“Thou shalt not kill: the four most important, and yet, most ignored words in all religious teachings. There is not an asterisk next to that commandment saying, “Unless you walk on all four and have fur, feathers, horns, beaks or gills.”

Gary Yourofsky

About This Quote

The command “Thou shalt not kill” is a fundamental moral rule often overlooked despite its importance.

In simple terms: Do not kill; a core moral principle.

Key Takeaway

Respect life and uphold this key ethic.

Themes

ethics violence religion

Mood

serious thoughtful

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • education
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

moral law human rights

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why is this command often ignored?
  • How can societies reinforce its importance?
A Different Perspective

Interpretations of this rule vary across cultures.

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