Abuse Quote by Richard Dawkins
“If circumcision has any justification AT ALL, it should be medical only. Parents' religion is the worst of all reasons - pure child abuse.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The God Delusion, 2006
Circumcision should be justified only on medical grounds; religious reasons constitute child abuse.
In simple terms: Medical only, not religious, justification.
Key Takeaway
Advocate evidence‑based health policies.
Themes
ethics
human rights
medicine
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- parental decision‑making
- health policy
- cultural practices
Key Concepts
child welfare
religious freedom
Questions to Reflect On
- Should societies prioritize individual rights over tradition?
- How to protect children while respecting beliefs?
A Different Perspective
Cultural traditions may resist change despite evidence.
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