Quote by E. M. Cioran

Those who believe in their truth -- the only ones whose imprint is retained by the memory of men -- leave the earth behind them strewn with corpses. Religions number in their ledgers more murders than the bloodiest tyrannies account for, and those whom humanity has called divine far surpass the most conscientious murderers in their thirst for slaughter.

Those who believe in their truth -- the only ones whose impr

Summary

This quote suggests that those who strongly believe in their own truth, particularly religious beliefs, have left a trail of death and destruction throughout history. It claims that religions have been responsible for more deaths than even the most brutal tyrants, indicating that those revered as divine figures have been even more ruthless in their desire for bloodshed. The quote raises questions about the impact of deeply held beliefs and the violent actions that can result from them.

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