Audience Quote by Richard Dawkins
“The Virgin Birth, the Resurrection, the raising of Lazarus, even the Old Testament miracles, all are freely used for religious propaganda, and they are very effective with an audience of unsophisticates and children”
About This Quote
Source Book: The God Delusion by Richard Dawkins, 2006
Religious miracles are often exploited to manipulate uninformed audiences, especially children.
In simple terms: Miracles are used to persuade naive people.
Key Takeaway
Question claims, seek evidence.
Themes
religion
propaganda
critical thinking
Mood
skeptical
concerned
Type
analytical
critical
When to use this quote
- education
- parenting
- public discourse
- media literacy
- faith discussions
Key Concepts
skepticism
psychology
media influence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate faith from manipulation?
- What evidence would change your view?
A Different Perspective
Not all believers accept propaganda; some seek personal meaning.
