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I have a great love and respect for religion, great love and respect for atheism. What I hate is agnosticism, people who do not choose.
Orson Welles
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Interpretation

What this quote means

The quote expresses the importance of making a definitive choice regarding belief in religion or atheism rather than remaining uncertain.

In this quote, Orson Welles emphasizes his admiration for both religious faith and atheism while expressing disdain for agnosticism, which he perceives as a lack of commitment to a belief system. He suggests that choosing a side, whether it be faith or disbelief, reflects a deep engagement with the fundamental questions of existence, rather than the indecision that agnosticism represents.

Themes

BeliefFaithAtheismAgnosticismCommitment

In practice

Example use cases

During a debate on belief systems, you could reference this quote to illustrate the importance of taking a definitive stand.

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