A small light in the face of fanaticism.

If Jesus came back and saw what is going on in his name, he would never stop throwing up. -Max von Sydow, "Hannah and Her Sisters"

I've seen that moment in the movie a few times, but each time I see it or read the quote I smile and feel a little better about all the religious nonsense that happens in this crazy world.

I find religious fervor and fanaticism to be not only preposterous and a sign of mental weakness, but what people do in the name of "faith" boggles my mind and makes me sick.

Obviously, people's religious convictions and private beliefs are a.) none of my business; and b.) completely respectable in the way that everyone's personal and subjective experiences are (this is my disclaimer).

But judging other people... well, suffice to say, it makes me crazy.

So in the midst of waiting in line at the pharmacy or check out line at the supermarket and being barraged by Jesus songs, I look at this quote and giggle.

Happy Holidays!