Arrogance of science and religion ~ Being thick as a brick
The entire video is fascinating, but this bit about the arrogance of scientists and the religious is particularly interesting. The arrogance of being thick as a brick – YouTube.
Epitaph found in Vatican encourages Hedonism
“Tivoli is my home town, Flavius Agricola my name . . . Friends who read this, do my bidding. Mix the wine, drink deep, wreathed in flowers, and do not refuse to pleasure pretty girls. When death comes, earth and fire devour all.” -epitaph of Flavius Agricola via Funerary Monument of Flavius Agricola | Indianapolis …
“Anything worth saying WILL offend someone.” ~ Johann Hari
“Anything worth saying WILL offend someone.” Which is why statements from politicians, who often try not to offend ANYONE, don’t contain anything ‘worth saying.” And the news has become that way at times, too. First heard this quote in a talk by journalist Johann Hari, whose credibility is in question due some plagiarism charges (I …
Infinite Possibilities vs. Six Feet Under
A profound, perspective jarring bit of dialogue from the HBO series Six Feet Under. What’s a little pain matter when the alternative is being six feet under. Infinite Possibilities vs. Six Feet Under.
Pink – Fuckin’ Perfect – Official Music Video & Lyrics
I was so moved by this video. Not easy to watch, but very well done and with a strong, visceral message–You’re Fuckin’ Perfect! Lyrics below…
Sarah Silverman’s Message to America ~ On Gay Suicide
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The Greatest Tragedy of Mankind ~ According to Arthur C. Clarke
The greatest tragedy of mankind’s entire history may be the hijacking of morality by religion. ~ Arthur C. Clarke Notable Deaths of 2008 – The New York Times > U.S. > Slide Show > Slide 13 of 22.
The Philosopher Commuter – How One Person Can Reduce Traffic
Traffic flows in stop-and-go waves that are caused, in part, by everyone doing their best to prevent other cars from cutting ahead of them in their lane. By not tailgating, by giving lots of space to the guy ahead of your car, you allow cars to flow into lanes as they want. While this may …
Freedom from Kings and Priests
Men will never be free until the last king is strangled with the entrails of the last priest. ~ Denis Diderot, 1713-84
