The Function of Religion in Mans Struggle for Existence
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For one thing, this prerogative is often but a subterfuge or excuse for the ecclesi- astics' (or politicians') lust for power, for their selfish exploitation of a contented hu- manity. Such, ever, is the witness which the long history of religion bears upon the subject. Hence religion has ever been a powerful weapon wielded by masters against slaves. It is not hard to see how this is so. Religion gives inner rest to men. But when men's minds are at rest, it is 126 The Function oj Religion much ...easier to make them satisfied with their lot than it is restless men.
Rulers have ever availed themselves of religion as a mighty agency in keeping under their unruly subjects an agency more effective than brute force, since it arouses a less violent reaction. "How are the people to be saved from the Social Democrats, if they stop going to church ?" said a sagacious German a little while ago. "A soldier without religion is a fool, " said a general. "The people must be more religious, the welfare of the army demands it, " said an emperor in an address to his subjects.
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To quickly assess the difficulty of the text, read a short excerpt:
For one thing, this prerogative is often but a subterfuge or excuse for the ecclesi- astics' (or politicians') lust for power, for their selfish exploitation of a contented hu- manity. Such, ever, is the witness which the long history of religion bears upon the subject. Hence religion has ever been a powerful weapon wielded by masters against slaves. It is not hard to see how this is so. Religion gives inner rest to men. But when men's minds are at rest, it is 126 The Function oj Religion much ...easier to make them satisfied with their lot than it is restless men.
Rulers have ever availed themselves of religion as a mighty agency in keeping under their unruly subjects an agency more effective than brute force, since it arouses a less violent reaction. "How are the people to be saved from the Social Democrats, if they stop going to church ?" said a sagacious German a little while ago. "A soldier without religion is a fool, " said a general. "The people must be more religious, the welfare of the army demands it, " said an emperor in an address to his subjects.
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You can find similar books in the "Read Also" column, or choose other free books by George Burman Foster to read onlineMoreLess
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