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“The greatest tragedy in mankind's entire history may be the hijacking of morality by religion.”

Arthur C. Clarke · History

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Arthur C. Clarke

This is the first age that's ever paid much attention to the future, which is a little ironic since we may not have one.

Age

Arthur C. Clarke

It is not easy to see how the more extreme forms of nationalism can long survive when men have seen the Earth in its true perspective as a single small globe against the stars.

Patriotism

Arthur C. Clarke

Politicians should read science fiction, not westerns and detective stories.

Science

Arthur C. Clarke

Human judges can show mercy. But against the laws of nature, there is no appeal.

Nature