I study religion because I find it fascinating and problematic. But I struggle with the idea of what religion is, what being religious means. A lot of people assume that if you write about early Christianity, you must be some kind of Sunday-school teacher.
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"I study religion because I find it fascinating and problematic. But I struggle with the idea of what religion is, what being religious means. A lot of people assume that if you write about early Christianity, you must be some kind of Sunday-school teacher." — Elaine Pagels #educationlearning #faithspirituality
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I study religion because I find it fascinating and problematic. But I struggle with the idea of what religion is, what being religious means. A lot of people assume that if you write about early Christianity, you must be some kind of Sunday-school teacher. — Elaine Pagels
About Elaine Pagels
Elaine Pagels was a Historian from United States (1943–present).
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Who said "I study religion because I find it fascinating and problematic. But I struggle…"?
This quote is attributed to Elaine Pagels, a Historian from United States.
When did Elaine Pagels live?
Elaine Pagels lived from 1943 – present.
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