Quote by Voltaire

Morality is everywhere the same for all men, therefore it comes from God; sects differ, therefore they are the work of men.

Morality is everywhere the same for all men, therefore it co

Summary

This quote suggests that morality is universally consistent across all individuals, indicating that it has a divine origin in God. On the other hand, it argues that sects, or different religious groups, are products created by humans. The quote implies that while the fundamental moral principles remain constant, the varying belief systems and practices within different religious sects are man-made constructs. Hence, it emphasizes the distinction between objective moral principles derived from a higher source and the subjective interpretations and divisions introduced by human organizations.

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God Religion Morality Sects

By Voltaire

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