Hostility Quote by Jeane Kirkpatrick
“There is an absolutely fundamental hostility on the part of totalitarian regimes toward religion.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: United Nations General Assembly, 1985
Totalitarian states inherently oppose religion, seeing it as a threat to their control.
In simple terms: Regimes fear religion because it challenges their power.
Recognize the link between authoritarianism and religious suppression.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy analysis
- academic research
- human rights advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do totalitarian regimes view religion as hostile?
- How can societies protect religious freedom?
Some regimes may tolerate religion if it serves their agenda.