What inspired Bertrand Russell to write such a direct critique of religion?
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What inspired Bertrand Russell to write such a direct critique of religion?
Did anyone else find the historical context around science and religion enlightening?
How effective do you think Russell's arguments are in today’s climate of religious debates?