Category Archives: Religion

Gervais on science and religion

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The Miracle of the Loaves and the Fishes

Jesus’s miracle of the loaves and fishes was a slap in the face to all those people who had brought their own lunch.

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Biblical Studies

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Cunk at her sparkling best

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Why I (sort-of) Prefer Medieval Astronomy

Introduction Medieval astronomy is uncomplicated. The Church told people what to think and that’s what they did. Medieval people believed in a static geocentric universe. They said, ‘The sun rises and sets.’ So do I. Discussion The Bible was their … Continue reading

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Daisy’s son is the winner

Three devout Catholic ladies were discussing their sons. Sarah said her son was a priest and everyone says, ‘Father’. Martha said her son was a bishop and everyone says, ‘Your Grace’. Daisy said her son was a hard bodied male … Continue reading

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J D Vance ~ A born-again moron

“I think it’s very, very important for the Pope to be careful when he talks about matters of theology,” Source: ‘Be careful.’ Vance issues warning to Pope Leo when discussing theology

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A Spike Milligan political quip

“I want to go to heaven, but if Jeffrey Archer* is there, I’d rather go to Lewisham.”

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Pete Hegseth ~ Devout Christian?

Pete changed his job title from Secretary of State for Defence to Secretary of State for War so as to be in tune with his beliefs. He identifies as a * Crusader Christian*. His body is covered with crusader tattoos. … Continue reading

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Iran and the Bible: Podcast

The Bible seems like an unlikely place to find good advice on the conduct of a war in 2026 but nonetheless it is valuable. The David and Goliath story, 1 Samuel 17: 1-58, explains why the weak sometimes beat the … Continue reading

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