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“The god of Moses would call for other tribes, including his favorite one, to suffer massacre and plague and even extirpation, but when the grave closed over his victims he was essentially finished with them unless he remembered to curse their succeeding progeny. Not until the advent of the Prince of Peace do we hear of the ghastly idea of further punishing and torturing the dead.”

Quote by Christopher Hitchens

Book:God Is Not Great: How Religion Poisons Everything

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God Is Not Great: How Religion Poisons Everything

The book delves into the author's perspective on the influence of religion, exploring its effects on morality, politics, and personal beliefs. more

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Christopher Hitchens

Christopher Hitchens was an English-American author, journalist, and social critic. He was known for his sharp wit and controversial views, particularly on religion and politics. Hitchens was a prominent figure in the public discourse of the late 20th and early 21st centuries. more

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Book:Christopher Hitchens and His Critics: Terror, Iraq, and the Left

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