Quote by Christopher Hitchens

If religious instruction were not allowed until the child had attained the age of reason, we would be living in a quite different world.

If religious instruction were not allowed until the child ha

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This quote suggests that delaying religious instruction until a child reaches the age of reason would lead to a significant change in the world we live in. It implies that early exposure to religious teachings influences the beliefs and mindset of individuals, and by postponing this instruction, society would be shaped by a different set of principles and perspectives. This viewpoint examines the potential impact of religious education on the formation of society and highlights the influence it has on individuals during their early developmental stages.

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