Quote by John Lennon

I believe in God, but not as one thing, not as an old man in the sky. I believe that what people call God is something in all of us. I believe that what Jesus and Mohammed and Buddha and all the rest said was right. It's just that the translations have gone wrong.

I believe in God, but not as one thing, not as an old man in

Summary

This quote expresses a belief in a higher power or spiritual essence, but one that is not confined to a traditional personified figure. Instead, it suggests that divinity resides within every individual. The quote also highlights the idea that various religious figures, such as Jesus, Mohammed, and Buddha, have shared valuable teachings, but their original meanings may have been distorted due to the limitations of translation throughout history. Therefore, the quote encourages a reinterpretation of religious teachings to seek a more universal truth that resonates with each person individually.

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