Quote by Christopher Hitchens

Those who invoke Secular tyranny in contrast to religion are hoping that we will forget two things: the connection between the Christian churches and fascism, and the capitulation of the churches to National Socialism.

Those who invoke Secular tyranny in contrast to religion are

Summary

This quote highlights the idea that those who criticize religion and advocate for secularism often overlook two important historical facts. Firstly, it points out the association between Christian churches and fascism in the past. Secondly, it mentions how the churches surrendered to National Socialism (Nazism). The quote suggests that by invoking "secular tyranny," people are attempting to make us forget these instances where religious institutions were complicit with oppressive political ideologies, implying that religion is not immune to wrongdoing and can also be intertwined with authoritarian regimes.

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By Christopher Hitchens

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