Quote by Hosea Ballou

Religion which requires persecution to sustain, it is of the devil's propagation.

Religion which requires persecution to sustain, it is of the

Summary

This quote implies that a religion that relies on persecution to maintain its influence is not of divine origin, but rather a creation of evil forces. It suggests that if a religion promotes persecution or uses it as a means to advance its beliefs, it goes against the principles of love, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence that are often associated with genuine religions. Instead, it suggests that such a religion is propagated by malicious intentions and not by a higher power.

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Religion

By Hosea Ballou

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