Quote by William Ralph Inge

To become a popular religion, it is only necessary for a superstition to enslave a philosophy.

To become a popular religion, it is only necessary for a sup

Summary

This quote suggests that in order for a belief system or ideology to gain widespread popularity and be considered a religion, all it needs is for a simplistic and irrational superstition to dominate over a more rational and logical philosophical foundation. The emphasis here is on the power of superstition to manipulate and control people's thinking, leading them to adopt certain beliefs and practices without critical examination. It raises the idea that popularity or acceptance does not necessarily indicate the validity or coherence of a religion, but rather its ability to exploit irrational tendencies or fears in a given population.

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By William Ralph Inge

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