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WELCOME TO RELIGULOUS
We'll leave you to be the judge of whether he has skewered enough sacred cows to satisfy your appetite for poking fun at piety, or at the very least, finding "fun" in fundamentalism.
And, speaking of taking digs at dogmas, do take note that Bill is not alone in his exploration of ecclesiastical entertainment. He's in good company with the likes of Voltaire, Nietzsche, H.L. Mencken, and Ambrose Bierce to name a few.
BILL MAHER ON RELIGION
"The trouble with atheism is there's no holidays!"
THE FUNNY SIDE OF FAITH:
GOD KNOWS IT'LL MAKE YOU LAUGH & THINK ABOUT STUFF
Religulous (now available on DVD)
Religulous (now available on DVD) In this new comedy from director Larry Charles (BORAT, "Seinfeld"), comedian and TV host Bill Maher ("Real Time with Bill Maher," "Politically Incorrect") takes a pilgrimage across the globe on a mind-opening journey into the ultimate taboo: questioning religion. Meeting the high and low from different religions, Maher simply asks questions, like "Why is faith good?" "Why doesn't an all-powerful God speak to us directly?" and "How can otherwise rational people believe in a talking snake?" For anyone who's even a little spiritually curious, this divine entertainment will deepen your faith...in comedy!
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HAS THE BELIEF BUSINESS GONE BONKERS?
Santa Claus, The Easter Bunny, The Tooth Fairy and Jesus
For those who think Santa, The Easter Bunny, The Tooth Fairy and Jesus are merely figments of your imagination!
Amazon Price: $9.99 (as of 01/06/2010) 
George Carlin - Complaints and Grievances
The best preacher around if you're looking for the answer as to "Why we don't need the 10 commandments".
Amazon Price: $15.49 (as of 01/06/2010)
Monty Python's The Meaning of Life
For those who worship the absurdities of life.
Amazon Price: $11.99 (as of 01/06/2010)
The Ultimate Hitchhiker's Guide: Five Complete Novels and One Story (Deluxe Edition)
If earth is where lunatics from outer space are deported...this is your best guide to their birth places and beliefs.
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Religulous
Your best introduction to the business of beliefs!
Amazon Price: $17.49 (as of 01/06/2010)
And now a word from the Church of Chortle:
Going to church doesn't make you a Christian any more than standing in a garage makes you a car. (Anonymous)GIMME THAT OLD TIME RELIGION!
Human beings may be part of the animal kingdom but giving them a brain to reason with does may leave you scratching your head and wondering why God put them on top of the food chain.As luck would have it Voltaire, that great 18th century philosopher of worldly wit and wisdom points out:
"Animals have these advantages over man: they never hear the clock strike, they die without any idea of death, they have no theologians to instruct them, their last moments are not disturbed by unwelcome and unpleasant ceremonies, their funerals cost them nothing, and no one starts lawsuits over their wills."
A keen observer of society, he also added that, "To succeed in the world it is not enough to be stupid, you must also be well-mannered."
And thanks to the marriage of pop-culture, religion, and technology, Voltaire's words still ring true today: "Anything to be too stupid to be said is sung."
And, in the age of patriotic parades and roadside religion, Voltaire also has three gentle reminders about the consequences of blind faith and fanatacism:
"God is on the side of big battalions."
"Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities."
"It is forbidden to kill; therefore all murderers are punished unless they kill in large numbers and to the sound of trumpets."
Finally, speaking of foes and the value of faith, he added, "I have never made but one prayer to God, a very short one: 'O Lord, make my enemies ridiculous.' And God granted it."
"I'M LOOKING FOR LOOPHOLES IN THE BIBLE." (W.C. Fields, 1880-1946, American comedian and actor)
RIPSNORTING RETORTS ON RELIGION
"Is man one of God's blunders? Or is God one of man's blunders?" -- Friedrich Nietzsche, 19th century German philosopher and cultural critic."Religion, n. A goodly tree, in which all the foul birds of the air have made their nests." -- Ambrose Bierce, 20th century American editorialist, journalist, short-story writer and satirist.
"Prove to me that you're no fool. Walk across my swimming pool." -- Tim Rice, British lyricist, author, radio personality, and TV game-show panelist.
"Puritanism. The haunting fear that someone, somewhere, may be happy." -- H.L. Mencken, 20th century American journalist, essayist, magazine editor, satirist and cultural critic.
"Religion has convinced people that there's an invisible man living in the sky, who watches everything you do every minute of every day. And the invisible man has a list of ten specific things he doesn't want you to do. And if you do any of these things, he will send you to a special place, of burning and fire and smoke and torture and anguish for you to live forever, and suffer and burn and scream until the end of time. But he loves you. He loves you and he needs money." -- George Carlin, American comedian.
"I'm Jewish. I don't work out. If God had wanted us to bend over, He would have put diamonds on the floor." -- Joan Rivers, American comedian.
"I would have made a good Pope." -- Richard M. Nixon, former U.S. President
"When did I realize I was God? Well, I was praying and I suddenly realized I was talking to myself." -- Peter O'Toole, British actor.
"The real reason that we can't have the Ten Commandments in a courthouse: You cannot post 'Thou shalt not steal,' 'Thou shalt not commit adultery,' and 'Thou shalt not lie' in a building full of lawyers, judges, and politicians. It creates a hostile work environment." -- George Carlin, American comedian.
"I don't believe in the after life, although I am bringing a change of underwear." -- Woody Allen, American actor.
"And God said, 'Let there be light' and there was light, but the Electricity Board said He would have to wait until Thursday to be connected." --
Spike Milligan, American actor/director.
"People who want to share their religious views with you, almost never want you to share yours with them." -- Dave Barry, comedian.
"There's a phrase we live by in America: 'In God We Trust'. It's right there where Jesus would want it: on our money." -- Stephen Colbert, American comedian, satirist, actor and writer.
The Devil Made Me Do It...
Yes, I am an agent of Satan, but my duties are largely ceremonial.
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YOU BETTER PRAY IT'S SHORT AND SWEET!
"The secret of a good sermon is to have a good beginning and a good ending, then having the two as close together as possible." -- George Burns
POWER PERSONALITY POLL
BATTY BOOKMARKS FOR BEMUSED BIBLE-THUMPERS
"All religions are the same: Religion is basically guilt, with different holidays." (Cathy Ladman, American comedian and actor)
THE FIRST COMMANDMENT. (Image courtesy of Rotin@flickr.com)
BELIEF-IN-A-BOX
If there is no God, then who pops up the next facial tissue in the box?
DOES GOD GIGGLE?
The World of Wacky Worship
George Carlin - Religion is bullshit.
George Carlin May 12 1937 - June 22 2008 Thank you George Carlin, your insight was of huge importance for the human race, you will be greatly missed by many. You are forever in our thoughts. Please be civil in your discussion :-)
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"I think on-stage nudity is disgusting, shameful and damaging to all things American. But if I were 22 with a great body, it would be artistic, tasteful, patriotic and a progressive religious experience." (Shelley Winters)
THE WORSHIP OF WIT, WISDOM, AND WONK.
When Will Jesus Bring the Pork Chops?
If gouging sacred cows and barbecuing pigs isn't your thing, you should probably avoid this book at all costs.
Amazon Price: $11.16 (as of 01/06/2010)
Philosophical Dictionary (Penguin Classics)
A different view on religion, ethics and humanism by the 18th century philosopher, Francois-Marie Arouet (a.k.a. Voltaire).
Amazon Price: $10.20 (as of 01/06/2010)
The Unabridged Devil's Dictionary
An irreverent word book of cynical and sardonic wit for those who appreciate "'righteouseness' n. -- a sturdy virtue that was once found among the Pantidoodles inhabiting the lower part of the peninsula of Oque."
Amazon Price: $13.57 (as of 01/06/2010)
The Doubter's Companion: A Dictionary of Aggressive Common Sense
A rather fine contribution to understanding "world class" wisdom such as "'Inauguration Gala' - a religious cermony in which the newly elected president of the United States is consecrated as the most famous person in the world."
Amazon Price: $20.65 (as of 01/06/2010)
Welcome to JesusLand! (Formerly the United States of America): Shocking Tales of Depravity, Sex, and Sin Uncovered by God's Favorite Church, Landover Baptist
Beware of the boisterous bible-thumping stories contained herein!
Amazon Price: $17.09 (as of 01/06/2010)
"Not only is there no God, but try finding a plumber on Sunday." -- Woody Allen, American actor
Always Look on the Bright Side of Life - Monty Python's "Life of Brian"
In heaven all the interesting people are missing.
- Friedrich Nietzsche
FEEDBACK FROM FAITHFUL FUNNYBONES
Please feel free to leave your comments...curious or comical...they add a bit of spice to life while waiting for Godot.
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- RSL RSL May 25, 2009 @ 8:39 am
- No wonder Carlin became crankier as he got older. In his World he realized, more and more, that all those who deserve their cummupence or just deserts, won't be getting them.
I would be cranky too, if I thought that.
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- jp1978 jp1978 Feb 21, 2009 @ 9:10 am
- Funny read. Theists and atheists alike should read this.
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- spirituality spirituality Feb 2, 2009 @ 3:16 am
- Funny :) I would accept this in my humor and hilarity group, but not in my private religion and spirituality group: that's strictly my own lenses.
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- gmarlett gmarlett Oct 12, 2008 @ 11:51 am
- Fan-tastic lens, you've really outdone yourself on this one Queenie! May I suggest an additional response to your poll - "All of the above". I looked for it but it wasn't there? How do you think I passed (barely) Soc 101? Welcome back to
The Parody and Satire Group
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- SteveWilliams SteveWilliams Oct 10, 2008 @ 7:25 am
- "When did I realize I was God? Well, I was praying and I suddenly realized I was talking to myself." -- Peter O'Toole, British actor.
I love this quote ^ What a great lens! Thanks for putting all these together.
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