Quote by Mojo Nixon

I can't understand people calling themselves religious and being hateful. If a preacher is preaching hate, to fear God that's not religion, that's not helping humanity, that's organizing an army to defeat somebody.

I can't understand people calling themselves religious and b

Summary

This quote reflects the sentiment that true religion should not be tied to hatred or fear-mongering. It challenges the idea of religious individuals who claim to follow a spiritual path but engage in prejudiced or divisive behavior. The quote asserts that preaching hate and using religion to mobilize against others does not align with the purpose of religion, which should ideally promote compassion, understanding, and the betterment of humanity. It calls for a more inclusive and benevolent approach to spirituality.

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