Quote by Ernest Hemingway

Religion is the opium of the poor

Religion is the opium of the poor

Summary

This quote, often attributed to Karl Marx, suggests that religion serves as a form of escapism or consolation for individuals who are impoverished or lacking in material resources. It implies that religion may be used as a tool to distract the disadvantaged from their earthly suffering and exploitation, offering them hope or comfort in the promise of a better afterlife. Critics argue that this quote disregards the complex and diverse reasons why individuals turn to religion, as it reduces religious beliefs to a mere illusory distraction.

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By Ernest Hemingway

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