Quote by Tony Benn
When you think of the number of men in the world who hate each other, why, when two men love each other, does the church split?
Summary
This quote by American novelist and playwright Tennessee Williams reflects on the paradoxical divisiveness within religious institutions. He questions why the church often fractures when two individuals choose to love each other, despite the abundance of hatred and animosity that exists among people. Williams alludes to the idea that while hatred can thrive and divide without discord, love between two men is seen as a threat and breaks the unity of the church. The quote ponders the hypocrisy within religious organizations, highlighting their struggles with acceptance and tolerance.
By Tony Benn
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