“The more intense has been the religion of any period and the more profound has been the dogmatic belief, the greater has been the cruelty and the worse has been the state of affairs.”
Quote by Bertrand Russell
Work
Why I Am Not a Christian: And Other Essays on Religion and Related Subjects
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into the author's philosophical and critical views on various religious beliefs and practices, exploring the influence of religion on personal and societal levels. more
Author
Bertrand Russell
Bertrand Russell was a British philosopher, mathematician, and logician born on May 18, 1872, and died on February 2, 1970. He is known for his contributions to logic and mathematics, particularly in the fields of mathematical logic and philosophical analysis. His works spanned a wide range of subjects, including ethics, political philosophy, history, and literary criticism. more
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