The only good thing ever to come out of religion was the music.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Carlin claims music is the only positive cultural contribution religion has provided.
- In plain terms
- He thinks religion only gave us music and nothing else good.
- What can you take from it?
- Art can endure even when institutions are criticized.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What good comes from religion?
- Is art the main legacy?
Another view
This overlooks other social contributions like charity or community.
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