"It may be that religion is dead, and if it is, we had better know it and set ourselves to try to discover other sources of moral strength before it is too late"
- Pearl S. Buck
About this Quote
This quote by Pearl S. Buck suggests that if religious beliefs is undoubtedly dead, then it is essential to acknowledge this and to discover alternative sources of moral strength prior to it is too late. This suggests that religious beliefs has given ethical strength in the past, and that without it, we may be in danger of losing our moral compass. Buck is recommending that if faith is no longer a viable source of ethical strength, then it is necessary to discover other sources of moral guidance before it is far too late. This could consist of wanting to other philosophies, cultures, and traditions for ethical assistance. Ultimately, Buck is recommending that it is necessary to recognize the changing times and to be proactive in finding alternative sources of ethical strength.
This quote is written / told by Pearl S. Buck between June 6, 1892 and March 6, 1973. She was a famous Novelist from USA.
The author also have 42 other quotes.
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