Quote by Bertrand Russell

And if there were a God, I think it very unlikely that He would have such an uneasy vanity as to be offended by those who doubt His existence.

And if there were a God, I think it very unlikely that He wo

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This quote suggests that if a higher being or God exists, it is highly unlikely that this entity would be easily offended or vain about those who question or doubt its existence. It implies that a truly divine being would not be affected by disbelief or skepticism, as it would possess qualities of magnanimity and understanding surpassing any need for validation or acknowledgement. Ultimately, the quote challenges the idea that a godly entity would be threatened or angered by individual skepticism.

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