Quote by Harriet Beecher Stowe

I would not attack the faith of a heathen without being sure I had a better one to put in its place.

I would not attack the faith of a heathen without being sure

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of respect and caution when engaging in discussions about religious beliefs. It suggests that it is unfair and unwise to criticize or challenge someone's faith without having a valid alternative belief system to offer in return. In other words, if one intends to question or change someone's deeply held beliefs, it should be done responsibly and with the intention of providing a more convincing or satisfactory alternative for them to consider.

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