Quote by Benjamin Franklin

Many have quarreled about religion that never practiced it

Many have quarreled about religion that never practiced it

Summary

This quote suggests that there are individuals who engage in arguments and disputes about religion, despite not having any personal experience or practice of it themselves. It highlights the tendency of people to involve themselves in discussions and debates about religious beliefs without actually having a lived understanding of the principles and teachings they argue about. This quote prompts us to reflect on the need for personal experience and genuine involvement before engaging in debates about a subject as significant and personal as religion.

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By Benjamin Franklin

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