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I fear its because religion is mans attempt to reach God, and when he feels he has succeeded, he cannot abide anyone els
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"I fear it's because religion is man's attempt to reach God, and when he feels he has succeeded, he cannot abide anyone else's claim to have done the same"

- Jerry B. Jenkins

About this Quote

This quote suggests that religious beliefs is a way for human beings to try to get in touch with God. When somebody thinks they have actually achieved this connection, they end up being intolerant of anyone else who declares to have done the very same. This could be due to the fact that they feel threatened by the idea that someone else has actually achieved the exact same level of connection with God as they have. It could likewise be since they feel that their own connection is in some way lessened by the existence of another. Eventually, this quote recommends that faith can result in a sense of exclusivity and intolerance.

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Jerry B. Jenkins This quote is written / told by Jerry B. Jenkins somewhere between September 23, 1949 and today. He was a famous Novelist from USA. The author also have 32 other quotes.

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