Agnostic Quote by Steven Weinberg
“For good people to do evil things, it takes religion.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Science and Faith, 2010
Evil acts by good people often stem from religious justification.
In simple terms: Religion can motivate wrongdoing.
Key Takeaway
Question beliefs that enable harm.
Themes
morality
religion
evil
Mood
critical
thought‑provoking
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- education
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
philosophy
theology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How to distinguish belief from abuse?
- Can morality exist without religion?
A Different Perspective
Not all evil is religious; secular ideologies also cause harm.
