There is no surer sign of decay in a country than to see the rites of religion held in contempt.
Niccolo Machiavelli
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So, basically, my view is I don't want to support the exploitation of animals, and within reason, I will do what I can to avoid it, but it's not like it's a religion for me. It's not like I consider I'm polluted if somehow some bit of milk or cheese or something passes my lips. -
My mother was a modern woman with a limited interest in religion. When the sun set and the fast of the Day of Atonement ended, she shot from the synagogue like a rocket to dance the Charleston. -
I just hate one-dimensional portrayals of religion it's too cheap and easy to do, and ignores the nuances that go into having a belief system. -
If you grow up in a very strong religion like Catholicism you certainly cultivate in yourself a certain taste for the intensity of ideas. -
Music is my religion.
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- One change always leaves the way open for the establishment of others.
- Whosoever desires constant success must change his conduct with the times.
- A wise ruler ought never to keep faith when by doing so it would be against his interests.
- Men shrink less from offending one who inspires love than one who inspires fear.