Family Quote by Gregory Bateson
“Members of weakly religious families get, of course, no religious training from any source outside the family.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Steps to an Ecology of Mind, Gregory Bateson, 1972
Religious ideas are primarily transmitted within families, limiting external influences for those from weakly religious homes.
In simple terms: Family shapes religious exposure.
Key Takeaway
Seek diverse perspectives beyond family.
Themes
family
religion
socialization
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
philosophical
sociological
When to use this quote
- education
- interfaith dialogue
- personal belief formation
Key Concepts
cultural transmission
social learning
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one broaden religious understanding outside family?
- What role does community play in shaping belief?
A Different Perspective
External sources can be limited or biased.
