Quote by Karen Armstrong
Religious people often prefer to be right rather than compassionate. Often, they don't want to give up their egotism. They want their religion to endorse their ego, their identity.
Summary
This quote suggests that some religious individuals prioritize being intellectually right about their beliefs over demonstrating compassion towards others. It highlights a tendency among certain religious people to be self-centered and reluctant to relinquish their ego-driven desires. The quote implies that these individuals seek validation for their personal identity and egotism through their religion, rather than genuinely embodying the compassionate principles often taught within religious doctrines.
Topics
Religion
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