"There is a lot of absurdity sometimes, not just in Mormonism but often in other religions that want to pretend that no bad happens in their church, rather than taking care of what bad does happen"
- Neil LaBute
About this Quote
This quote by Neil LaBute talks with the propensity of some religions to disregard or downplay the bad that takes place within their church. He is recommending that rather than pretending that no negative occurs, faiths ought to take obligation for the bad that does take place. LaBute is explaining the absurdity of this approach, as it is not just seen in Mormonism however in various other faiths as well. He is stressing the importance of acknowledging and also dealing with the negative that takes place in order to create a healthier and also much more sincere setting. LaBute's quote is a reminder that it is necessary to be truthful and also open concerning the concerns that occur in any religious beliefs, and to take obligation for them in order to develop a far better and extra positive environment.
This quote is written / told by Neil LaBute somewhere between March 19, 1963 and today. He/she was a famous Director from USA.
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