Quote by Rowan Atkinson

But, actually, so many of the clerics that I've met, particularly the Church of England clerics, are people of such extraordinary smugness and arrogance and conceitedness who are extraordinarily presumptuous about the significance of their position in society.

But, actually, so many of the clerics that I've met, particu

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In this quote, the speaker expresses their observation of the clergy, specifically focusing on the Church of England clerics. The quote suggests that many clerics exhibit qualities of smugness, arrogance, and conceitedness, leading them to have a presumptuous attitude regarding their societal importance. The speaker may be implying that some clerics believe their position gives them a sense of superiority or entitlement.

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