Jefferson Quote by John Corvino
““Thomas Jefferson’s classic formulation: ‘it does me no injury for my neighbour to say there are twenty gods, or no god. It neither picks my pocket nor breaks my leg.””
About This Quote
Source Article: Atheist Manifesto, 2015
Believing in many gods or none does not harm or benefit anyone personally.
In simple terms: God beliefs don’t affect you directly.
Key Takeaway
Focus on actions, not theological claims.
Themes
religion
tolerance
secularism
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
debate
When to use this quote
- public policy debates
- interfaith dialogue
- personal worldview
Key Concepts
ethics
freedom of belief
Questions to Reflect On
- How does belief shape your daily choices?
- Can societies function without shared religious frameworks?
A Different Perspective
Some may argue belief influences social behavior.
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