“A man who is convinced of the truth of his religion is indeed never tolerant. At the least, he is to feel pity for the adherent of another religion but usually it does not stop there. The faithful adherent of a religion will try first of all to convince those that believe in another religion and usually he goes on to hatred if he is not successful. However, hatred then leads to persecution when the might of the majority is behind it.”
Quote by Albert Einstein
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Einstein's God: Albert Einstein's Quest as a Scientist and as a Jew to Replace a Forsaken God
Einstein's God delves into the personal beliefs and spiritual quest of the renowned physicist, examining how his scientific discoveries influenced his religious views and vice versa. The book offers insights into Einstein's struggle to reconcile his scientific skepticism with his Jewish heritage, and his search for meaning in a world that seemed to have forsaken God. more
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