"I found a religion that blended scientific reason with spiritual reality in a unifying faith far removed from the headlines of violence, destruction and terrorism"
- Cat Stevens
About this Quote
This quote by Cat Stevens talks to the idea of finding a religion that is not focused on violence, destruction, and terrorism. Rather, it is a faith that mixes scientific factor and spiritual reality in a manner that unifies them. This recommends that Stevens thinks that science and spirituality can exist together in consistency, which faith must not be related to violence and destruction. He is likely advocating for a more tranquil and tolerant method to faith, one that is based on understanding and approval rather than fear and hatred. This quote is a suggestion that religious beliefs can be a source of peace and understanding, instead of a source of dispute and violence.
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