Wednesday, November 28, 2007

the bible is not rated G

This evening I mentioned this article on the 9 most badass Bible verses. My favorite is II Kings 2: 23-24 where God sicks bears on 42 kids.

(And since sarcasm doesn't translate well in writing, I should clarify that I do not actually like the idea of God sicking bears on 42 kids. It bothers me that this stuff is in a book that so many people profess to follow.)

And since we're on the subject of the Bible, one of my favorite commentaries ever about the Bible is from perhaps my favorite program ever. It's this episode of the public radio show This American Life. I recommend the whole episode, but particularly the second half (if you're short on time, fast forward to 29 minutes into the program) with Julia Sweeney is fantastic.

And, just in case you need a pick me up after all that serious stuff, click here.

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