Quote by Mary Douglas

If people want to compete for leadership of a religious group, they can compete in piety. A chilling thought. Or funny.

If people want to compete for leadership of a religious grou

Summary

This quote suggests a somewhat ironic viewpoint towards the notion of competition for leadership within religious groups. It implies that if individuals wish to assert their authority or vie for leadership positions, they should compete in displaying their piety or religious devotion. The quote portrays this idea as either chilling or funny, highlighting the potential absurdity or discomfort that may arise from viewing religious leadership as a matter of competition rather than genuine spiritual guidance.

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By Mary Douglas

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