Quote by Christopher Hitchens

Name me an ethical statement made or an action performed by a believer that could not have been made or performed by a non-believer.

Name me an ethical statement made or an action performed by

Summary

The quote implies that all ethical statements or actions made by believers are also attainable by non-believers. It suggests that faith is not a prerequisite for having a moral compass or demonstrating ethical behavior. People, both believers and non-believers, are capable of understanding and practicing ethical principles such as honesty, kindness, fairness, and empathy. The quote implies that the source of morality lies within individuals' values, empathy, and rationality, rather than being exclusive to religious beliefs.

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By Christopher Hitchens

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