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Last day Quote by George Carlin

“Suppose that you didn’t make your Easter duty and it’s Pentecost Sunday, the last day, and you’re on a ship at sea. And the chaplain goes into a coma! But you wanted to receive. And then it’s Monday, too late… But then you cross the International Date Line! Would that then be a sin then, Father?” quote by George Carlin
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““Suppose that you didn’t make your Easter duty and it’s Pentecost Sunday, the last day, and you’re on a ship at sea. And the chaplain goes into a coma! But you wanted to receive. And then it’s Monday, too late… But then you cross the International Date Line! Would that then be a sin then, Father?””

George Carlin

About This Quote

Source Stand‑up routine, 1995

A humorous moral dilemma about religious obligations and time zones.

In simple terms: Questioning rules when circumstances change.

Key Takeaway

Reflect on personal beliefs versus institutional doctrine.

Themes

faith morality humor

Mood

playful ironic

Type

satirical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • travel planning
  • religious observance
  • personal ethics

Key Concepts

religious doctrine ethical relativism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines a sin for you?
  • How do you reconcile personal conscience with doctrine?
A Different Perspective

May trivialize serious faith concerns.

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