Quote by Bertrand Russell

Religions that teach brotherly love have been used as an excuse for persecution, and our profoundest scientific insight is made into a means of mass destruction.


Religions that teach brotherly love have been used as an exc

Summary

This quote suggests that both religion and science, despite their potential to promote positive values, have been manipulated to justify acts of intolerance and violence. It highlights how religions that emphasize concepts like brotherly love have been exploited to persecute others. Similarly, scientific progress, although capable of providing profound insights, has also facilitated the creation of devastating weapons of mass destruction. The quote serves as a reminder of the dark side of human nature, which can misuse even the noblest principles for harmful purposes.

By Bertrand Russell
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