Quote by Mary Douglas

Religion can make it worse. Are you supposing that if people were encouraged to believe in a transcendent reality, and to be encouraged by grand rituals and music and preaching, to love their neighbors, then they would put jealousy and frustration aside?


Religion can make it worse. Are you supposing that if people

Summary

This quote suggests that religion has the potential to exacerbate negative feelings and behaviors. It questions whether believing in a higher power and engaging in religious practices like rituals, music, preaching, and promoting love for others can truly eliminate feelings of envy and dissatisfaction. The quote challenges the belief that religion alone can solve the inherent human problems of jealousy and frustration, highlighting the complexities involved in addressing these emotions.

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Jealousy
By Mary Douglas
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