"The only way to show a true respect for God is to act morally while ignoring God’s existence."
About Karen Armstrong
Karen Armstrong is a British author and commentator known for her books on comparative religion. A former Roman Catholic religious sister, she went from a conservative to a more liberal and mystical Christian faith. She attended St Anne's College, Oxford, while in the convent and graduated in English.
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