Books Quote by Steven Erikson
““All those bickering worshippers, each one convinced their version is the right one. Imagine getting prayers from ten million believers, not one of them believing the same thing as the one kneeling beside him or her. Imagine all those Holy Books, not one of them agreeing on anything, yet all of them purporting to be the word of that one god. Imagine two armies annihilating each other, both in that god's name. Who wouldn't be driven mad by that?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Malazan Book of the Fallen, 1999
Religious conflict arises from divergent beliefs, leading to chaos and madness.
In simple terms: Conflicting faiths cause chaos.
Key Takeaway
Seek common ground beyond doctrine.
Themes
religion
conflict
madness
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- interfaith dialogue
- conflict resolution
- education
- policy making
Key Concepts
pluralism
dogma
violence
Questions to Reflect On
- What unites believers across faiths?
- How can societies reduce religious violence?
A Different Perspective
Some may argue shared values can exist despite doctrinal differences.
