Quote by Mark Twain

The easy confidence with which I know another man's religion is folly teaches me to suspect that my own is also.

The easy confidence with which I know another man's religion

Summary

This quote suggests that when someone claims to know without hesitation or doubt what another person's religion is, it illuminates the possibility that their own beliefs may be just as fallible. It emphasizes the importance of questioning or doubting one's own religious beliefs when observing the unwavering certainty of others, as it highlights the potential for subjective biases and limitations in understanding different perspectives or worldviews.

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By Mark Twain

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