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Richard Dawkins

Religion is about turning untested belief into unshakable truth through the power of institutions and the passage of time.

Richard Dawkins

Religion

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Religion takes ideas that haven't been proven and makes them seem absolutely certain by relying on organized groups and long history. Over time, these beliefs become harder to question because they are supported by established traditions and authority.

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