Robert Shea Quotes & Sayings (Page 3)

“The Gnostics were rapidly driven out of business by the hierarchical orthodox Christians.”

“To reject even one major tenet of the religion or to violate one major rule of behavior is enough to get one kicked out - or worse.”

“Indeed, if our ancestors of millions of years ago hadn't learned how to care for one another and hunt in packs, they'd all have ended up being eaten by leopards.”

“Indeed, one of the most successful and influential religious organizations in history, the Society of Jesus, was consciously modeled along military lines by its founder, Ignatius Loyola.”

“It is instructive, for instance, to trace the computer industry's decline in vision, idealism, creativity, romance and sheer fun as it becomes more and more important and prosperous.”

“This whole phenomenon of the diversion of organizations from their purposes and ideals does not seem very serious when the scum rise to the top in the bridge club or the offices of a small magazine publisher.”