Quote by James Baldwin

Christianity has operated with an unmitigated arrogance and cruelty -- necessarily, since a religion ordinarily imposes on those who have discovered the true faith the spiritual duty of liberating the infidels.


Christianity has operated with an unmitigated arrogance and

Summary

This quote suggests that Christianity has historically exhibited arrogance and cruelty, as it imposes the duty on its followers to convert non-believers. The phrase "unmitigated arrogance and cruelty" implies that Christianity has not shown restraint or compassion in its actions toward those who do not adhere to its beliefs. The quote implies that this behavior stems from the perception of Christianity as the "true faith" which necessitates the liberation or conversion of those who don't follow it.

By James Baldwin
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