Cures Quote by Philip Rieff
“Religion may have been the original cure; Freud reminds us that it was also the original disease.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Freud and the Religion, 1959
Religion once healed, but Freud argued it also introduced new psychological ailments.
In simple terms: Religion can both heal and harm.
Critically evaluate belief systems.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- counseling
- academic study
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does religion cure for you?
- What new problems does it create?
Religious frameworks may mask deeper issues.