Approval Quote by Yann Martel
“God is universal," spluttered the priest. The imam nodded strong approval. "There is only one God." "And with their one god Muslims are always causing troubles and provoking riots. The proof of how bad Islam is, is how uncivilized Muslims are,: pronounced the pandit. "Says the slave-driver of the cast system," huffed the imam. "Hindus enslave people and worship dressed-up dolls." "They are golden calf lovers. They kneel before the cows," the priest chimed in. "While Christians kneel before a white man! They are flunkies of a foreign god. They are nightmare of all nonwhite people.”
About This Quote
The passage satirizes interfaith prejudice, highlighting how each religion’s followers can vilify others while claiming superiority.
In simple terms: It mocks religious bigotry and mutual contempt.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and challenge religious stereotypes.
Themes
religion
prejudice
conflict
cultural criticism
Mood
critical
thought‑provoking
Type
satirical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political commentary
- media criticism
- public discourse
Key Concepts
interfaith dialogue
social satire
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we foster genuine interfaith respect?
- What role does satire play in exposing bias?
A Different Perspective
Satire may oversimplify complex beliefs, risking offense.
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