Javier Bardem

[u/Timbucktwo1230]

Context of the Quote

The quote originates from an archived interview featured on platforms like IMDb. In the full discussion, he was speaking candidly about his vulnerability to intense media attention in Hollywood, his perspectives on belief systems, and his personal philosophies.

The complete segment of his statement reads:

In an interview, Javier Bardem expressed his feelings on his public perception in Spain versus America, the vulnerability caused by media attention, and his views on religious manipulation. He stated, "I do respect people's faith, but I don't respect their manipulation of that faith to create fear and control".

Bardem's Views on Religion
Atheism:

Despite a traditional Catholic upbringing, Bardem has long identified as an atheist.

Institutional Critique:

He often distinguishes between personal spirituality and organized religion, criticizing the latter when used to create fear or exert control.

[u/Yasimear]

Why on earth would I ever respect a religion that teaches that I should burn in hell for all eternity for loving the "wrong" person.

[u/notapersonab → u/Yasimear]

If you’re talking christianity hell is supposed to be a place absent of gods presence forever yearning for it. There are a number of interpretation but modern views of hell take after dante’s inferno and lucifer descending into a lake of fire. Not defending christianity

[u/What_a_fat_one → u/notapersonab]

If you’re talking christianity hell is supposed to be a place absent of gods presence forever yearning for it.

Extremely specific interpretation not written anywhere in the book.