People Quote by Jeffrey Eugenides
“The worst thing about religion was religious people.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Marriage Plot, 2011
Religion's greatest flaw lies in its followers, not its doctrines.
In simple terms: Religion's problem is its people.
Key Takeaway
Critique religious behavior.
Themes
religion
human flaw
institutional critique
social dynamics
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
sociological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- community leadership
- faith practice
- social activism
Key Concepts
sociology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How to separate belief from behavior?
- Can institutions reform themselves?
A Different Perspective
Not all religious people are problematic.
