"Most men's anger about religion is as if two men should quarrel for a lady they neither of them care for"
- Edward F. Halifax
About this Quote
This quote by Edward F. Halifax is a commentary on how men often argue over religion, although neither of them really appreciate it. Halifax is suggesting that men's anger over faith is similar to 2 men arguing over a woman they both have no interest in. He is implying that guys are frequently more concerned with being right than with the real topic of the argument. This quote is a reminder that people should be more conscious of their inspirations when taking part in religious debates. It is necessary to keep in mind that religion is a personal matter which it must not be utilized as a tool to get power or to prove one's superiority. Instead, it should be respected and discussed with an open mind and an understanding of the other individual's perspective.
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