Quote by Richard Dawkins

I am against religion because it teaches us to be satisfied with not understanding the world.

I am against religion because it teaches us to be satisfied

Summary

This quote expresses the speaker's opposition to religion based on its perceived tendency to discourage critical thinking and encourage blind acceptance of the world as it is, without seeking deeper understanding or questioning. It suggests that religion can hinder human curiosity and limit intellectual growth by promoting a contentment with unexplained phenomena or claiming them as matters of faith rather than seeking scientific or logical explanations. Overall, the quote presents the view that religion can discourage the exploration and pursuit of knowledge.

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Religion

By Richard Dawkins

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