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comment by galen
galen  ·  3766 days ago  ·  link  ·    ·  parent  ·  post: Religion's use.

Thanks for introducing me to Bokononism, that's really awesome. That's sort of how I've felt about religion for a while now, and it's great to see Vonnegut articulate it so well.





crafty  ·  3766 days ago  ·  link  ·  

I'm glad you appreciated it. Thank you for the gold star.

Back when I used Facebook, I had "Bokononism" listed on my profile as my religion. At some point, and I don't recall his exact words, but an "friend" posted on my wall saying:

    You know Bokononism is a joke religion, right? Vonnegut would be rolling in his grave if he knew you were taking it seriously! LOL!!

I never could think of a good way to respond, other than conspicuous silence. I don't think he really knows me that well though.