Abortion Quote by Lewis Black
“This is the thing I've never understood: If someone is going to hell for being gay or being a Jew or a Muslim or having an abortion, then what are you worried about? You don't need to try and convert these people or try and save them. If you really believe in your religion, these people are already doomed, so stop worrying about them.”
About This Quote
Source Stand‑up Comedy: "The Book of Mormon" Tour, 2015
The speaker argues that if a religion condemns certain groups, then those groups are already condemned, making attempts to convert or save them futile.
In simple terms: If religion condemns, they’re already doomed, so no need to intervene.
Key Takeaway
Focus on compassion rather than conversion.
Themes
religion
condemnation
acceptance
Mood
critical
provocative
Type
satirical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- interfaith dialogue
- social activism
- personal belief
- community building
Key Concepts
theodicy
ethical relativism
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you think condemnation is inherent to all faiths?
- How can compassion replace judgment?
A Different Perspective
Religious condemnation may be challenged by inclusive interpretations.
