Quote by Malcolm Muggeridge

Sex is the ersatz or substitute religion of the 20th Century.

Sex is the ersatz or substitute religion of the 20th Century

Summary

This quote suggests that in the 20th century, sex has taken on a significant role in society, similar to that of religion. It implies that people may have replaced or turned to sex as a form of worship or a means of finding meaning, fulfillment, and transcendence, which traditionally were associated with religious beliefs and practices. The term "ersatz" implies a synthetic or artificial nature, suggesting that sex has become a replacement for religious experiences in the modern era.

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Religion

By Malcolm Muggeridge

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