Absolutely Quote by Richard Dawkins
“I live in a post-Christian world in Oxford; it is quite rare to meet somebody who is religious in academic life now, and there is absolutely no tendency for rioting and mayhem, and it is extremely civilised.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Post‑Christian University” in The Guardian, 2010
Academic life can be highly secular, yet remains orderly and civil despite lacking overt religious presence.
In simple terms: Secular campuses can stay civil without religion.
Respect diverse worldviews while maintaining civility.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- university lectures
- public debates
- policy discussions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does secularism affect moral frameworks?
- Can civility persist without shared beliefs?
Secularism may not address deeper existential needs.