But this principle [of separation between church and state] is based on a more profound philosophical idea -- that no matter how certain you may be that you are in possession of the truth, you have no right to impose your belief on society as a whole. #HelenPluckrose

But this principle [of separation between church and state] is based on a more profound philosophical idea -- that no matter how certain you may be that you are in possession of the truth, you have no right to impose your belief on society as a whole. #HelenPluckrose

— English Quotes (@english_quotes) Feb 16, 2026