“The problem with religion, well among other problems, is that it's the only way where you can get people – good people – to do immoral things.”
— Sam Harris
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Religion has a special power that can sometimes make good people do bad actions. Usually, people act kindly and with good intentions. However, if they strongly believe their religion says something is right, even if it’s harmful or cruel, they might follow that belief without questioning it. For example, during certain periods in history, some people justified violence or discrimination because they believed their religion demanded it. This quote suggests being careful about following beliefs blindly and encourages thinking about the morality of actions. In life, it's important to reflect on whether what you're doing is truly good, rather than just following instructions without question.
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Belief Ethics Faith Good vs evil Human behavior Immorality Influence Morality Philosophy Religion
