Pretended Quote by Philip Wylie
““We made up our own religions and pretended they came from outside us.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The New Religion, 1930
People invent religions to project inner desires as external truths.
In simple terms: Self‑created religions.
Key Takeaway
Question your beliefs.
Themes
religion
psychology
projection
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
critical.
When to use this quote
- personal belief
- cultural critique
- spiritual seeking
- null
Key Concepts
sociology
mythology
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we externalize inner values?
- What are the risks of invented religions?
A Different Perspective
Some may find comfort in external narratives.
