Arguing Quote by Bill Engvall
“This guy from L.A. sits down next to me, and he says 'you like baseball?' I said, 'Oh, man, I love baseball.' So he goes 'Did you know that if Jesus had played ball, he'd have been the greatest ball player ever?' Like I'm gonna argue with that logic. So I sat there for a second, and then I said 'did you know that if Babe Ruth had been the Messiah, the Catholics would have beer and hot dogs at Communion?' He left.”
About This Quote
Source Stand-up Comedy: "Here's Your Sign", 1997
A humorous anecdote comparing religious figures to sports legends to highlight absurdity of extreme analogies.
In simple terms: Funny comparison of Jesus and Babe Ruth to sports.
Key Takeaway
Recognize when jokes cross into offensive territory.
Themes
humor
religion
sports
absurdity
Mood
lighthearted
irreverent
Type
comedic
satirical
When to use this quote
- stand-up routine
- social gatherings
- casual conversations
Key Concepts
cultural satire
hyperbole
Questions to Reflect On
- Do jokes need to respect all beliefs?
- When does humor become disrespectful?
A Different Perspective
May alienate listeners with strong religious views.
