Quote by John Updike

Religion enables us to ignore nothingness and get on with the jobs of life.


Religion enables us to ignore nothingness and get on with th

Summary

This quote suggests that religion provides a framework or belief system that allows people to overcome the existential fear of nothingness or the emptiness of life. Religion offers guidance, purpose, and a sense of meaning, which enables individuals to focus on the practical tasks and responsibilities of daily life without getting consumed by thoughts of a meaningless existence. It implies that religion serves as a coping mechanism that helps people navigate the uncertainties and difficulties of life by providing them with a comforting and purposeful perspective.

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Religion
By John Updike
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