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There must be something solemn, serious, and tender about any attitude which we denominate religious.
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"There must be something solemn, serious, and tender about any attitude which we denominate religious. If glad, it must not grin or snicker; if sad, it must not scream or curse"

- William James

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This quote by William James speaks with the relevance of having a respectful perspective when taking part in religious tasks. He recommends that any kind of mindset we deem religious need to be austere, significant, and also tender. This suggests that we should not be overly joyful or overly sad when engaging in spiritual tasks. Instead, we must preserve a respectful mindset that is neither also happy neither too unfortunate. This quote urges us to be conscious of our perspective when participating in spiritual tasks, as it is very important to preserve a respectful mindset. It also functions as a reminder that spiritual tasks should be taken seriously and not be ignored. This quote urges us to be conscious of our perspective when taking part in spiritual tasks, as it is important to maintain a considerate mindset.

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William James This quote is written / told by William James between January 11, 1842 and August 26, 1910. He was a famous Philosopher from USA. The author also have 85 other quotes.

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