A man either lives life as it happens to him, meets it head-on and licks it, or he turns his back on it and starts to wither away.
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I have always been reasonably leery of religion because there are so many edicts in religion, 'thou shalt not,' or 'thou shalt.' I wanted my world of the future to be clear of that.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Gene Roddenberry expresses skepticism towards the restrictive nature of religious edicts.
In this quote, Gene Roddenberry reflects on his critical view of religion, highlighting how the numerous commandments and prohibitions often present in religious teachings can create a burdensome moral framework. He desires a future where individuals can live freely, without the constraints of such edicts, thus emphasizing a vision for a more open and liberating worldview.
Themes
ReligionEdictsFreedomSkepticismFuture
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a discussion on the role of religion in modern society.
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