What I'm saying in my books boils down to this: Mine religion for what is good and avoid what is deleterious. Don't condemn people who need it. Be very careful when that need becomes fanatical.
If you need something to worship, then worship life - all life, every last crawling bit of it! We're all in this beauty together!
What are you, child, that you need time to learn about yourself?
Major flaw in government arise from a fear of making radical internal changes even though a need is clearly seen.
What greater gift is there than to demonstrate you need not fear death?
A person needs new experiences. They jar something deep inside, allowing you to grow. Without them, it sleeps- seldom to awaken. The sleeper must awaken.
Logic is good for playing chess but is often too slow for the needs of survival.
When I need to identify rebels, I look for men with principles