Quote by Henry David Thoreau
It seems to me that the god that is commonly worshipped in civilized countries is not at all divine, though he bears a divine name, but is the overwhelming authority and respectability of mankind combined. Men reverence one another, not yet God.
Summary
This quote suggests that the god commonly worshipped in civilized societies is not actually a divine being but rather a representation of societal authority and respectability. The speaker argues that people tend to show more reverence towards one another rather than towards a higher power. In essence, the quote challenges the authenticity of the deity worshipped in organized religion, implying that human beings are esteemed more highly than any divine entity.
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God
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