Religion.
Religion has been a profound influence in shaping human thought, culture, and society throughout history.
It provides individuals with a framework for understanding their existence, forging connections with others, and grappling with the mysteries of life and death. The perspectives on religion are as diverse as the beliefs themselves, encompassing a wide array of traditions, doctrines, and spiritual practices.
This collection of quotes offers insights from influential thinkers, spiritual leaders, and everyday individuals who have contemplated the role of religion in their lives. Through their words, we explore themes of faith, doubt, morality, and the quest for meaning. Each quote serves as a window into the rich tapestry of religious thought, inviting reflection and dialogue on one of humanity's most enduring pursuits.
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Hope has two beautiful daughters; their names are Anger and Courage. Anger at the way things are, and Courage to see that they do not remain as they are.
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Augustine of Hippo
In order to discover the character of people we have only to observe what they love.
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Augustine of Hippo
Love begins with a smile, grows with a kiss, and ends with a teardrop.
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Augustine of Hippo
How can the past and future be, when the past no longer is, and the future is not yet? As for the present, if it were always present and never moved on to become the past, it would not be time, but eternity.
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Augustine of Hippo
All Quotes on Religion
Hope has two beautiful daughters; their names are Anger and Courage. Anger at the way things are, and Courage to see that they do not remain as they are.
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Augustine of Hippo
In order to discover the character of people we have only to observe what they love.
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Augustine of Hippo
Love begins with a smile, grows with a kiss, and ends with a teardrop.
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Augustine of Hippo
Miracles are not contrary to nature but only contrary to what we know about nature.
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Augustine of Hippo
How can the past and future be, when the past no longer is, and the future is not yet? As for the present, if it were always present and never moved on to become the past, it would not be time, but eternity.
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Augustine of Hippo
Right is right even if no one is doing it; wrong is wrong even if everyone is doing it.
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Augustine of Hippo
The mind commands the body and is instantly obeyed. The mind commands itself and meets resistance.
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Augustine of Hippo
The truth is like a lion; you don’t have to defend it. Let it loose; it will defend itself.
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Augustine of Hippo
People travel to wonder
at the height of the mountains,
at the huge waves of the seas,
at the long course of the rivers,
at the vast compass of the ocean,
at the circular motion of the stars,
and yet they pass by themselves
without wondering.
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Augustine of Hippo