Atheism Quote by Martin Amis
“Since it is no longer permissible to disparage any single faith or creed, let us start disparaging all of them. A religion is a belief system with no basis in reality whatever. Religious belief is without reason and without dignity, and its record is near-universally dreadful.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Pregnant Widow, 2010
Criticizing all religions equally avoids singling out one, but dismisses belief systems as irrational and harmful.
In simple terms: All religions are irrational and harmful.
Key Takeaway
Question the basis and impact of religious belief.
Themes
religion
skepticism
criticism
humanity
Mood
critical
skeptical
Type
philosophical
controversial
When to use this quote
- debates
- academic discourse
- public policy
- media commentary
Key Concepts
Atheism
rationalism
ethical relativism
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the benefits and harms of religious belief?
- How can societies respect freedom while critiquing dogma?
A Different Perspective
Broad dismissal may ignore positive cultural roles of faith.
