Believe Quote by Sam Harris
“In the year 2006, a person can have sufficient intellectual and material resources to build a nuclear bomb and still believe that he will get seventy-two virgins in Paradise.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The End of Faith, Sam Harris, 2004
The quote highlights the paradox of modern capability to create massive destruction while holding onto simplistic religious promises.
In simple terms: Modern tech can build bombs yet people still cling to religious rewards.
Key Takeaway
Question the compatibility of advanced science and literal religious beliefs.
Themes
technology
religion
paradox
ethics
danger
Mood
critical
skeptical
concerned
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- political activism
- academic debate
- personal belief systems
- policy making
Key Concepts
Nuclear proliferation
faith
cognitive dissonance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile scientific knowledge with literal religious promises?
- What responsibilities do technologically advanced societies have toward dangerous knowledge?
A Different Perspective
Religious literalism may ignore real-world consequences of technology.
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