Accumulation Quote by Robert Green Ingersoll
“I believe in the religion of reason -- the gospel of this world; in the development of the mind, in the accumulation of intellectual wealth, to the end that man may free himself from superstitious fear, to the end that he may take advantage of the forces of nature to feed and clothe the world.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Secular Humanist Address, 1885
Reason and knowledge empower humanity to overcome superstition and harness nature for prosperity.
In simple terms: Reason frees humanity from fear.
Key Takeaway
Embrace rational inquiry.
Themes
reason
humanism
progress
Mood
thoughtful
optimistic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- education reform
- policy advocacy
- science communication
- community organizing
Key Concepts
secularism
intellectual freedom
Questions to Reflect On
- How can reason be communicated respectfully?
- What role does emotion play in belief?
A Different Perspective
Rationalism may clash with cultural traditions.
