Quote by George Gurdjieff

Religion is doing a man does not merely think his religion or feel it, he lives his religion as much as he is able, otherwise it is not religion but fantasy or philosophy.

Religion is doing a man does not merely think his religion o

Summary

This quote emphasizes that religion extends beyond mere thoughts or emotions. To truly practice a religion, one must actively live out its principles and teachings to the best of their ability. If religious beliefs are confined to abstract contemplation or intellectual pursuit, they hold no real value and instead become fictitious or philosophical ideas. The quote emphasizes the importance of actively embracing and embodying religious beliefs in one's daily life.

By George Gurdjieff

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