Jehovah Quote by Robert Green Ingersoll
“Jehovah was not a moral god. He had all the vices and he lacked all the virtues. He generally carried out all his threats, but he never faithfully kept a promise.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Lecture, 1885
The quote critiques the moral character of a deity, labeling it as lacking virtues and being untrustworthy.
In simple terms: God portrayed as immoral and untrustworthy.
Key Takeaway
Question divine morality.
Themes
theology
critique
morality
Mood
skeptical
critical
provocative
Type
philosophical
controversial
When to use this quote
- religious debate
- personal belief
- moral philosophy
- faith discussions
Key Concepts
philosophy
skepticism
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines a moral deity?
- Can morality exist without a deity?
A Different Perspective
Religious claims often rely on faith beyond empirical evidence.
