Quote by Karen Armstrong

Now I think one of the reasons why religion developed in the way that it did over the centuries was precisely to curb this murderous bent that we have as human beings.

Now I think one of the reasons why religion developed in the

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This quote speaks to the belief that religion emerged as a means to restrain and control humanity's innate violent tendencies. It suggests that religion, through its moral principles, rituals, and dogmas, provided a framework for individuals to suppress their destructive urges and promote peaceful coexistence. By establishing guidelines and consequences based on faith, religion aimed to mitigate the instinctual propensity for violence and foster more harmonious relationships within society.

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