Quote by Joyce Cary

Religion is organized to satisfy and guide the soul -- politics does the same thing for the body.

Religion is organized to satisfy and guide the soul -- polit

Summary

This quote suggests that religion helps nourish and direct the spiritual aspect of human existence, fulfilling the needs of the soul. Just as religion provides guidance and fulfillment for the non-physical aspects of an individual, politics, on the other hand, serves the same purpose but for the physical body. It implies that politics establishes systems, laws, and policies to address the material and worldly concerns of individuals and society, similar to how religion caters to their spiritual and existential requirements. Overall, this quote highlights the parallel function of religion and politics in addressing different dimensions of human existence.

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