Atheism Quote by Robert Green Ingersoll
“I would not for my life destroy one star of human hope, but I want it so that when a poor woman rocks the cradle and sings a lullaby to the dimpled darling, she will not be compelled to believe that ninety-nine chances in a hundred she is raising kindling wood for hell.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: The Humanist Manifesto, 1885 (hypothetical)
One should protect hope for humanity, preventing despair that leads to believing suffering is inevitable.
In simple terms: Preserve hope, reject fatalism.
Key Takeaway
Nurture optimism in others.
Themes
hope
humanity
compassion
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- parenting
- social work
- community building
Key Concepts
existential philosophy
ethical responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you foster hope without ignoring hardship?
- What actions sustain hope in difficult times?
A Different Perspective
Some may view hope as naive in harsh realities.
