Quote by Carl Sagan

A celibate clergy is an especially good idea, because it tends to suppress any hereditary propensity toward fanaticism.

A celibate clergy is an especially good idea, because it ten

Summary

This quote suggests that having a clergy that practices celibacy is beneficial because it helps to prevent the tendency of fanaticism that may be inherited through genetics. The concept being conveyed implies that when individuals abstain from sexual relations and procreation, they are less likely to pass on any extreme or fanatical tendencies to future generations. The quote implies that celibacy within the clergy acts as a means to curb these traits and promote moderation or balance in their religious beliefs and practices.

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By Carl Sagan

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