Action Quote by Lucretius
“Too often in time past, religion has brought forth criminal and shameful actions... How many evils has religion caused?”
About This Quote
Source Poem: De Rerum Natura, Book 5, c. 50 BC
Religion can inspire both good and terrible deeds; the quote questions the moral cost of faith.
In simple terms: Religion can cause harm.
Key Takeaway
Question the impact of belief systems.
Themes
morality
religion
history
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- political policy
- education curricula
- interfaith dialogue
- personal faith decisions
Key Concepts
Ethics
human nature
power of belief
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance faith's benefits against its harms?
- What reforms could reduce religious abuse?
A Different Perspective
Religions also inspire compassion and community, not only harm.
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![“... deprived of pain, and also deprived of danger, able to do what it wants, [Nature] does not need us, nor understands our deserts, and it cannot be angry.” quote by Lucretius](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/45d/lucretius-1632_able_deprived-of-pain-and-also-deprived-of-da_83651.jpg)
