Quote by Christopher Hitchens

Human decency is not derived from religion. It precedes it.

Human decency is not derived from religion. It precedes it.

Summary

This quote suggests that the concept of human decency exists independently of religions. It implies that moral principles and ethical behavior are innate to human beings and predate the development of religious beliefs. The quote challenges the notion that religion is the sole source of moral values and argues that morality is inherent in human nature itself.

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Religion Atheism Humanism Decency

By Christopher Hitchens

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