Religion is a matter between the man and his Maker.

The imaginary flowers of religion adorn man's chains. Man must throw off the flowers, and also the chains.

Religion is only the illusory sun which revolves round man as long as he does not revolve round himself.

Religion is excellent stuff for keeping common people quiet. Religion is what keeps the poor from murdering the rich.

We are essentially a religious people. We are not merely religious, we are inclined, more today than ever, to see the value of religion as a practical force in our affairs.

Religion is man-made to assist in controlling the weak-minded individuals because during times of atrocity and despair they feel strength in numbers.