Skip to main content
Serious beliefs are awkward, especially religious ones. It's not that there's anything wrong with them, it's just that people's real, heart-felt, deeply held beliefs are, well, 'not easy to handle or deal with, requiring great skill, ingenuity, or care' - in a word, awkward.
Alexandra Petri
Create image
Share

What does this quote mean?

This quote can be used as a reminder to reflect, share encouragement, or express a thoughtful idea. Create a quote image or explore related quotes below.

Best used for

  • Instagram captions
  • Pinterest quote pins
  • Personal reflection
  • Speeches
  • Greeting cards

Caption suggestions

Instagram caption

"Serious beliefs are awkward, especially religious ones. It's not that there's anything wrong with them, it's just that people's real, heart-felt, deeply held beliefs are, well, 'not easy to handle or deal with, requiring great skill, ingenuity, or care' - in a word, awkward."
— Alexandra Petri

Pinterest title

Serious beliefs are awkward, especially religious ones. It's not that there's anything wrong w…

Pinterest description

Serious beliefs are awkward, especially religious ones. It's not that there's anything wrong with them, it's just that people's real, heart-felt, deeply held beliefs are, well, 'not easy to handle or deal with, requiring great skill, ingenuity, or care' - in a word, awkward. — Alexandra Petri

About Alexandra Petri

Alexandra Petri was a Journalist from United States (1988–present).

Read more about Alexandra Petri →

Frequently Asked Questions

Who said "Serious beliefs are awkward, especially religious ones. It's not that there's a…"?
This quote is attributed to Alexandra Petri, a Journalist from United States.
When did Alexandra Petri live?
Alexandra Petri lived from 1988 – present.