Quote by William A. Sunday

If there is no Hell a good many preachers are obtaining money under false pretenses.

If there is no Hell a good many preachers are obtaining mone

Summary

This quote by American journalist and author William Allen White implies that if there is no Hell, many preachers manipulate people's fear of damnation to accumulate wealth. It suggests that some religious leaders might exploit the belief in Hell, using it as a means to obtain money through deceptive means. The quote alludes to the idea that personal gain can be a motivation behind certain religious practices, highlighting the potential unethical behavior of some clergy members.

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Hell

By William A. Sunday

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