Christian Quote by Nicholas Murray Butler
“To exclude religious teaching altogether from education... is a very dangerous and curious tendency. The result is to give paganism a new importance and influence.”
About This Quote
Removing all religious instruction from education risks elevating non‑religious beliefs, creating a new form of dogma.
In simple terms: Excluding religion may create another bias.
Key Takeaway
Balance education with diverse perspectives.
Themes
education
religion
bias
Mood
analytical
concerned
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- curriculum design
- public policy debates
- school board meetings
Key Concepts
philosophy
cultural studies
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools teach critical thinking about belief systems?
- What role should secular ethics play in curricula?
A Different Perspective
Complete exclusion can alienate believers and ignore moral frameworks.
