Fundamentalism Quote by Sam Harris
“Fundamentalism is only a problem if the fundamentals are a problem”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Moral Landscape by Sam Harris, 2010
Fundamentalism becomes problematic when its core beliefs are harmful or unjust.
In simple terms: Problematic when fundamentals are bad.
Key Takeaway
Question the foundations of beliefs.
Themes
religion
fundamentals
critical thinking
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- education
- community leadership
- policy making
Key Concepts
ethics
social impact
Questions to Reflect On
- What core beliefs do you accept without question?
- How can we evaluate the health of a belief system?
A Different Perspective
If fundamentals are sound, fundamentalism may be benign.
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