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Our society is completely saturated in religious references and reminders. I don't think I need to remind you that about all the "God Bless America" rhetoric that was going on after September 11. But even that is only the beginning. Hold on to your atheistic hats my fellow free-thinkers, because my research is going to absolutely shock you. But it has to be done. Consider this "tough love" . . . Calendar First, lets start with our calendar. We have begun to part from religious references in the "BC" and "AD" denotation of some pivotal historical event - whatever THAT was. We now use "BCE" (Before Common Era) and "ACE" (after common era). But there is much more to do. The names of the months are based on Roman references, and some of them . . . "yeck!" . . . religious. English names are: January, for Janus, god of beginning and endings; February, derived from Februalia, a time for religious atonement; March, for Mars, the god of war; and May, for Maia, the goddess of plant growth. And then there are the names of the days of the week: Sunday (dies solis, "Sun's day"), Monday (dies lunae, "Moon's day"), and Saturday (dies Saturni, "Saturn's day") retain their names derived directly from the Roman culture, and Tuesday ("Tiw's day"), Wednesday ("Woden's day"), Thursday ("Thor's day"), and Friday ("Frigg's day") are derived from the Germanic equivalents of Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, and Venus, respectively. Thes are all pagan as you all know these planets were religiously worshiped. BTW, this also means that we are going to have to change all the planets' names too. I will contact NASA to get the ball rolling on this, but I have my doubts from an agency which named their missions after the same religious bunk! So in order to scrap all religious references from our calendar, I propose using only numbers to denote days and months of the week. January will be "1" and December will be "12". Also, Sunday will be "1" and Saturday will be "7". Tuesday, December 31, 2002 will now be 3.12.31.2002. I do not think that I see anything offensively religious in this. And I like the humanist "Star Trek" feel to it - don't you?! There will be an awkward transition period, but these are but evolving pains my friends. For instance, instead of having the "Monday morning blues," people will have the "2 morning blues." Instead of "TGIF," it will have to be "TGI6." (I hope when using this term one defines "G" as "goodness" and not "God!" On 7 evening, won't you look forward to having a nice dinner at TGI6's? Money "In God We Trust?" No we don't! As of RIGHT NOW, swear off ALL physical monies and go directly to CASHLESS TRANSACTIONS. (I have deployed my crack team of computer specialists to try and find out if digital money units have been secretly encoded with a digital form of "In God We trust".) Beaver pelts are an acceptable form of monetary transaction. Holidays Directly related to the calendar conspiracy is the subject of holidays. Of coarse, as mentioned in the previous isuue, this term is from "holy days." I propose to changing the name from "holidays" to "free days". But Christmas and Easter are far from being the only religious holidays to be offended at. Thanksgiving - originated in three days of prayer and feasting celebrated by the Plymouth colonists in 1621, although an earlier thanksgiving was offered in prayer alone by members of the Berkeley plantation near present-day Charles City, Va., on Dec. 4, 1619. Valentine's Day - The name Saint Valentine is given to two legendary Christian martyrs whose feasts were formerly observed on February 14. The association of Saint Valentine's Day with love and courtship may have arisen from the coincidence of the date with the Roman festival of LUPERCALIA (a Roman festival believed to have been in honor of FAUNUS, the god of flocks and fertility). Saint Patrick's day - Saint Patrick, c.389-461, the patron of Ireland, was a bishop and missionary. He returned to Britain at the age of 22, determined to convert the Irish to Christianity. Although opposed by priests of the indigenous religion, Patrick secured toleration for Christians and, through active preaching, made important converts among the royal families. He developed a native clergy, fostered the growth of monasticism, established dioceses, and held church councils. Halloween - was originally a Celtic festival for the dead, celebrated on the last day of the Celtic year, Oct. 31. Elements of that festival were incorporated into the Christian holiday of All Hallows' Eve, the night preceding All Saints' (Hallows') Day. Some of these items may fall under separation of church and state since federal employees get them off. I've got the Anti Christian Liberals Union looking into this. Personal Names Are you Hispanic with the name Jesus (hay-Zeus)? Is your name Mathews, Mark, Luke or John? If not, is your name offensive like these? If you don't know, there are several "name" website which will give you the origin and definition of your own name. If yours is religious in nature and/or origin - religious in any way irregardless of which religion - you must have it legally changed immediately! Why would you want to remind yourself and others of religion all the time? Don't be an offender! Organizations Be weary of who gets your money! Many of them have a religious foundation and/or religion right in there name and/or logos. Respectfully decline their services unless they agree to drop all religious references. The Salvation Army - is an international Christian evangelical organization that was founded in London in 1865 by William Booth, a Methodist minister and evangelistic preacher. As a religious movement engaged in social services, the army has, since its inception, made a goal of approaching sociological problems with Christian concern. But in reality, they are just trying to convert you. If you are ever a victim of an "act of God," and they offer relief - just say "NO"! Hospitals - many many of these were started be religious zealots. The methodists, Baptists, Catholics, etc. are known perpetrators. If you or clan member are in need of medical assistance, tell the ambulance driver that you refuse to be taken to any one of these. Other names that include religious symbols to be avoided at all costs are Red Cross, Blue Cross and Childrens Miracle Network. Places When planning your next vacation or business trip, be sure to research the name of the city in which you are to travel to. Many of them have names with a religious basis. Here are just a few... Phoenix - was the Greek name for the mythological bird that was sacred to the sun-god in ancient Egypt. Los Angeles - The settlement itself was founded in 1781 by Felipe de Neve, who named it El Pueblo de Nuestra Senora la Reina de los Angeles de Porciuncula (The Town of Our Lady, the Queen of the Angels of Porciuncula). Salem - known for it's wiccan religious zealots. Sports Don't attend games of or purchase merchandise from sports teams who have religious references in their names and/or logos. A small list: Washington Wizards (NBA) Orlando Magic (NBA) New Orleans Saints (NFL) Arizona Cardinals (NFL - Yes it's a bird, but too close for comfort!) New Jersey Devils (NHL) Anaheim Angels (MLB) St. Louis Cardinals (MLB - Yes it's a bird too, but still too close for comfort!) San Diego Padres (MLB) Tampa Devil Rays (MLB) Arizona St. Sundevils (NCAA) Duke Blue Devils (NCAA) Louisville Cardinals (NCAA - Still offensive.) Notre Dame Fightin' Irish (NCAA - catholic School with the "touchdown Jesus") Wake Forest Demon Deacons (NCAA - This one is double-offensive!!) Also, if you happen to be at a sports bar showing any of these on their television sets, walk out in protest. Products Boycott these products (and the stores that carry them) which have really really offensive names: Angel Food Cake Devil's Food Cake Miracle Whip Salad Dressing Miracle Ear Miracle Gro Dirt Devil Vacuums Hell On The Red Salsa Deviled Eggs Pasta Angel Hair (Cappellini) Angel Soft Bathroom Tissue Bakers Angel Flake Coconut Underwood Deviled Ham Spread Hellmanns Mayonnaise Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Conditioner 7th Heaven Tuna Treat Cat Food Heaven Scent Soaps & Herbs Hgh Miracle - sells human growth hormone products Hollywood 48 hour Miracle Diet - offers a liquid based weight loss program. Miracle Shammy - Dust, wash and dry all in one ! Great for every day cleaning. Miracle Moves Baby Doll - Shipping weight in pounds: 5.5 Product Measurement in inches: 15.0 x 8.0 x 17.0 Batteries not included A Taste of Heaven - offers gourmet chocolates, chocolate themed gift baskets, custom molded candies, and corporate and executives gifts. 7th Heaven Cat Furniture - cat towers, gyms, condos, scratch poles, playgrounds, and more. Heaven Scent Fragrances - distributor of body oils, perfumes, colognes, incense, Islamic book, prayer rugs and kufis. Hawg Heaven - catering to the Harley Davidson enthusiast. Yarn Heaven - sells fine quality yarns, books and patterns, knitting needles, crochet hooks, and other miscellaneous items. Hot Sauce Heaven - pepper sauces, salsas, jerk marinades, hot wing sauces, chile facts, chili products, and spicy food recipes. Blue Heaven Ostrich Ranch - offering ostrich pasta, fillets, burgers, and more. Also provides recipes and nutritional information. Heaven's Wings - provides aerial scattering of cremated remains off the Northern California coastline for folks who believe in religion. Heavenly Grounds - offers coffee blends, gourmet teas, and more. HellCat Records - releases punk, hardcore, and ska records by the likes of Rancid, AFI, US Bombs, Gadjits, and others. Hells Anglers - Pursue salmon and steelhead in the Pacific Northwest with Captain Mike Kelly. Postcards From Hell - real postcards stamped from Hell. Guardian Angel - offers a credit card-sized product to test the saliva for blood alcohol level. Angel Fluff Diaper Company - manufacturer of 100% cotton flannel diapers and other incontinence supplies to fit all ages and sizes. Angel Wings - Ukrainian women looking for love, romance, and marriage. Angel Valley Farm - grows organic shiitake mushrooms for consumer or commercial use. Red Devil, Inc. - manufacturer of putty and spackling knives, scrapers, painter's tools, caulks, sealants, fillers and other home maintenance products. Phrases, Quotes, & Sayings There are certain offensive quotations which may pepper your dialogue throughout the day. They may even be subconscious in nature and go unnoticed by yourself, but are very apparent by whom you are speaking and those in your general vicinity. It will take some mental discipline, but you must excommunicate the following phrases, quotes, and sayings from your vocabulary! These first ones are the worst. They fall under the category of "cursing" or "foul language". But no matter how entertaining it is to see fundies wince when you weave a tapestry of so-called "dirty" words in front of them, you are still spreading offense because they have their root in religion. To help raise awareness, I'm going to list the offensive slang with definitions so that you will know that which you are referring. (Note: I'm going to use, as should you, the "G-rated" versions because we don't want to offend fellow humanists/atheists - I, as should you, couldn't care less about what offends the godbots): Darn/Darned (or "dang/danged" if you're from the south) - 1. To pronounce an adverse judgment upon. 2. To bring about the failure of; ruin. 3. To condemn as harmful, illegal, or immoral: a cleric who darned gambling and strong drink. 4. To condemn to everlasting punishment or a similar fate; doom. Gosh/Gaw - 1. A being conceived as the perfect, omnipotent, omniscient originator and ruler of the universe, the principal object of faith and worship in monotheistic religions. b. The force, effect, or a manifestation or aspect of this being. 2. A being of supernatural powers or attributes, believed in and worshiped by a people, especially a male deity thought to control some part of nature or reality. 3. An image of a supernatural being; an idol. 4. One that is worshiped, idealized, or followed. Heck/Blazes - 1a. The abode of condemned souls and devils in some religions; the place of eternal punishment for the wicked after death, presided over by Satan. b. A state of separation from Gosh; exclusion from Gosh's presence. 2. The abode of the dead, identified with the Hebrew Sheol and the Greek Hades; the underworld. 3a. A situation or place of evil, misery, discord, or destruction: "War is heck" (William Tecumseh Sherman). b. Torment; anguish: went through heck on the job. 4a. The powers of darkness and evil. Criminy - The Messiah, as foretold by the prophets of the Hebrew Scriptures. Often used with the. Jeesh/Jeez Louize - A teacher and prophet whose life and teachings form the basis of Fundianity. Fundies believe Jeesh to be Son of Gosh and the Criminy. Especially avoid these potent combinations which are double and triple offensive: Gosh darn it. Darn it to Heck. Gaw darn it to blazes. Jeez Louize H. Criminy Entertainment Where do I start here? Oh boy - all I can say is be aware. From TV, movies, music, video games, comic books (um, excuse me - "illustrated novels"), the internet, literature, etc. there is more religion than you can shake a holy man at! Don't involve yourself in any medium that has to do with religion, supernatural, paranormal, etc. There are just too many to list, but here is a general reference of some biggies: Video Games - shun titles which have demons, magic, wizards, underworlds, etc. Disney World - don't subject your cubs (even if they beg, whine and plead) to the magic, wizards, and ghosts found at this wretched theme park. Internet - avoid especially so-called "atheist" web sites which sport demon/hell images. These misguided pages are simply perpetuating the myth (even if to "tweak" the fundies). Star Wars - religion all over the place! There are references to hell, angels and the grand daddy of them all - a virgin birth! (You don't even know how much it hurts me to even utter that.) Just use the common sense judgment that natural selection gave you. Resist the urge to emerse yourself into these forms of escapism because it will lead desensitization. Desensitization leads to apathy. Apathy leads to tolerance. Tolerance leads acceptance. Acceptance leads to the Dark Side. Inspirational message from Frank's brain... Just say, "No!"

Frank B. Finite

A "True" Atheist

The ever reaching tentacles of offensiveness
are strangling our brains...

Hopefully in the last issue you read my article on the offensive Olympic Games. Offensive because it's roots are of a religious nature and reminds us of religion when we ought not be subjected to such nonsense.

There was also the revelation of that sports outfitter, Nike, and the history of that name (Greek goddess of victory). But like I said then, that is just the tip of the whole offensive iceberg.

Our society is completely saturated in religious references and reminders. I don't think I need to remind you that about all the "God Bless America" rhetoric that was going on after September 11. But even that is only the beginning.

Hold on to your atheistic hats my fellow free-thinkers, because my research is going to absolutely shock you. But it has to be done.

Consider this "tough love" . . .

Calendar

First, lets start with our calendar. We have begun to part from religious references in the "BC" and "AD" denotation of some pivotal historical event - whatever THAT was. We now use "BCE" (Before Common Era) and "ACE" (after common era).

But there is much more to do. The names of the months are based on Roman references, and some of them . . . "yeck!" . . . religious.

English names are:
January, for Janus, god of beginning and endings;
February, derived from Februalia, a time for religious atonement;
March, for Mars, the god of war; and
May, for Maia, the goddess of plant growth.

And then there are the names of the days of the week:
Sunday (dies solis, "Sun's day"),
Monday (dies lunae, "Moon's day"), and
Saturday (dies Saturni, "Saturn's day") retain their names derived directly from the Roman culture, and
Tuesday ("Tiw's day"),
Wednesday ("Woden's day"),
Thursday ("Thor's day"), and
Friday ("Frigg's day") are derived from the Germanic equivalents of Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, and Venus, respectively.

Thes are all pagan as you all know these planets were religiously worshiped. BTW, this also means that we are going to have to change all the planets' names too. I will contact NASA to get the ball rolling on this, but I have my doubts from an agency which named their missions after the same religious bunk!

So in order to scrap all religious references from our calendar, I propose using only numbers to denote days and months of the week. January will be "1" and December will be "12". Also, Sunday will be "1" and Saturday will be "7".

Tuesday, December 31, 2002 will now be 3.12.31.2002. I do not think that I see anything offensively religious in this. And I like the humanist "Star Trek" feel to it - don't you?!

There will be an awkward transition period, but these are but evolving pains my friends. For instance, instead of having the "Monday morning blues," people will have the "2 morning blues."

Instead of "TGIF," it will have to be "TGI6." (I hope when using this term one defines "G" as "goodness" and not "God!"

On 7 evening, won't you look forward to having a nice dinner at TGI6's?

Money

"In God We Trust?" No we don't! As of RIGHT NOW, swear off ALL physical monies and go directly to CASHLESS TRANSACTIONS. (I have deployed my crack team of computer specialists to try and find out if digital money units have been secretly encoded with a digital form of "In God We trust".)

Beaver pelts are an acceptable form of monetary transaction.

Holidays

Directly related to the calendar conspiracy is the subject of holidays. Of coarse, as mentioned in the previous isuue, this term is from "holy days." I propose to changing the name from "holidays" to "free days".

But Christmas and Easter are far from being the only religious holidays to be offended at.

Thanksgiving - originated in three days of prayer and feasting celebrated by the Plymouth colonists in 1621, although an earlier thanksgiving was offered in prayer alone by members of the Berkeley plantation near present-day Charles City, Va., on Dec. 4, 1619.

Valentine's Day - The name Saint Valentine is given to two legendary Christian martyrs whose feasts were formerly observed on February 14. The association of Saint Valentine's Day with love and courtship may have arisen from the coincidence of the date with the Roman festival of LUPERCALIA (a Roman festival believed to have been in honor of FAUNUS, the god of flocks and fertility).

Saint Patrick's day - Saint Patrick, c.389-461, the patron of Ireland, was a bishop and missionary. He returned to Britain at the age of 22, determined to convert the Irish to Christianity. Although opposed by priests of the indigenous religion, Patrick secured toleration for Christians and, through active preaching, made important converts among the royal families. He developed a native clergy, fostered the growth of monasticism, established dioceses, and held church councils.

Halloween - was originally a Celtic festival for the dead, celebrated on the last day of the Celtic year, Oct. 31. Elements of that festival were incorporated into the Christian holiday of All Hallows' Eve, the night preceding All Saints' (Hallows') Day.

Some of these items may fall under separation of church and state since federal employees get them off. I've got the Anti Christian Liberals Union looking into this.

Personal Names

Are you Hispanic with the name Jesus (hay-Zeus)? Is your name Mathews, Mark, Luke or John? If not, is your name offensive like these? If you don't know, there are several "name" website which will give you the origin and definition of your own name.

If yours is religious in nature and/or origin - religious in any way irregardless of which religion - you must have it legally changed immediately!

Why would you want to remind yourself and others of religion all the time? Don't be an offender!

Organizations

Be weary of who gets your money! Many of them have a religious foundation and/or religion right in there name and/or logos. Respectfully decline their services unless they agree to drop all religious references.

The Salvation Army - is an international Christian evangelical organization that was founded in London in 1865 by William Booth, a Methodist minister and evangelistic preacher. As a religious movement engaged in social services, the army has, since its inception, made a goal of approaching sociological problems with Christian concern.

But in reality, they are just trying to convert you. If you are ever a victim of an "act of God," and they offer relief - just say "NO"!

Hospitals - many many of these were started be religious zealots. The methodists, Baptists, Catholics, etc. are known perpetrators. If you or clan member are in need of medical assistance, tell the ambulance driver that you refuse to be taken to any one of these.

Other names that include religious symbols to be avoided at all costs are Red Cross, Blue Cross and Childrens Miracle Network.

Places

When planning your next vacation or business trip, be sure to research the name of the city in which you are to travel to. Many of them have names with a religious basis. Here are just a few...

Phoenix - was the Greek name for the mythological bird that was sacred to the sun-god in ancient Egypt.

Los Angeles - The settlement itself was founded in 1781 by Felipe de Neve, who named it El Pueblo de Nuestra Senora la Reina de los Angeles de Porciuncula (The Town of Our Lady, the Queen of the Angels of Porciuncula).

Salem - known for it's wiccan religious zealots.

Sports

Don't attend games of or purchase merchandise from sports teams who have religious references in their names and/or logos. A small list:

Washington Wizards (NBA)
Orlando Magic (NBA)
New Orleans Saints (NFL)
Arizona Cardinals (NFL - Yes it's a bird, but too close for comfort!)
New Jersey Devils (NHL)
Anaheim Angels (MLB)
St. Louis Cardinals (MLB - Yes it's a bird too, but still too close for comfort!)
San Diego Padres (MLB)
Tampa Devil Rays (MLB)
Arizona St. Sundevils (NCAA)
Duke Blue Devils (NCAA)
Louisville Cardinals (NCAA - Still offensive.)
Notre Dame Fightin' Irish (NCAA - catholic School with the "touchdown Jesus")
Wake Forest Demon Deacons (NCAA - This one is double-offensive!!)

Also, if you happen to be at a sports bar showing any of these on their television sets, walk out in protest.

Products

Boycott these products (and the stores that carry them) which have really really offensive names:

Angel Food Cake
Devil's Food Cake
Miracle Whip Salad Dressing
Miracle Ear
Miracle Gro
Dirt Devil Vacuums
Hell On The Red Salsa
Deviled Eggs
Pasta Angel Hair (Cappellini)
Angel Soft Bathroom Tissue
Bakers Angel Flake Coconut
Underwood Deviled Ham Spread
Hellmanns Mayonnaise
Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Conditioner
7th Heaven Tuna Treat Cat Food
Heaven Scent Soaps & Herbs
Hgh Miracle - sells human growth hormone products
Hollywood 48 hour Miracle Diet - offers a liquid based weight loss program.
Miracle Shammy - Dust, wash and dry all in one ! Great for every day cleaning.
Miracle Moves Baby Doll - Shipping weight in pounds: 5.5 Product Measurement in inches: 15.0 x 8.0 x 17.0 Batteries not included
A Taste of Heaven - offers gourmet chocolates, chocolate themed gift baskets, custom molded candies, and corporate and executives gifts.
7th Heaven Cat Furniture - cat towers, gyms, condos, scratch poles, playgrounds, and more.
Heaven Scent Fragrances - distributor of body oils, perfumes, colognes, incense, Islamic book, prayer rugs and kufis.
Hawg Heaven - catering to the Harley Davidson enthusiast.
Yarn Heaven - sells fine quality yarns, books and patterns, knitting needles, crochet hooks, and other miscellaneous items.
Hot Sauce Heaven - pepper sauces, salsas, jerk marinades, hot wing sauces, chile facts, chili products, and spicy food recipes.
Blue Heaven Ostrich Ranch - offering ostrich pasta, fillets, burgers, and more. Also provides recipes and nutritional information.
Heaven's Wings - provides aerial scattering of cremated remains off the Northern California coastline for folks who believe in religion.
Heavenly Grounds - offers coffee blends, gourmet teas, and more.
HellCat Records - releases punk, hardcore, and ska records by the likes of Rancid, AFI, US Bombs, Gadjits, and others.
Hells Anglers - Pursue salmon and steelhead in the Pacific Northwest with Captain Mike Kelly.
Postcards From Hell - real postcards stamped from Hell.
Guardian Angel - offers a credit card-sized product to test the saliva for blood alcohol level.
Angel Fluff Diaper Company - manufacturer of 100% cotton flannel diapers and other incontinence supplies to fit all ages and sizes.
Angel Wings - Ukrainian women looking for love, romance, and marriage.
Angel Valley Farm - grows organic shiitake mushrooms for consumer or commercial use.
Red Devil, Inc. - manufacturer of putty and spackling knives, scrapers, painter's tools, caulks, sealants, fillers and other home maintenance products.

Phrases, Quotes, & Sayings

There are certain offensive quotations which may pepper your dialogue throughout the day. They may even be subconscious in nature and go unnoticed by yourself, but are very apparent by whom you are speaking and those in your general vicinity.

It will take some mental discipline, but you must excommunicate the following phrases, quotes, and sayings from your vocabulary!

These first ones are the worst. They fall under the category of "cursing" or "foul language". But no matter how entertaining it is to see fundies wince when you weave a tapestry of so-called "dirty" words in front of them, you are still spreading offense because they have their root in religion.

To help raise awareness, I'm going to list the offensive slang with definitions so that you will know that which you are referring. (Note: I'm going to use, as should you, the "G-rated" versions because we don't want to offend fellow humanists/atheists - I, as should you, couldn't care less about what offends the godbots):

Darn/Darned (or "dang/danged" if you're from the south) - 1. To pronounce an adverse judgment upon. 2. To bring about the failure of; ruin. 3. To condemn as harmful, illegal, or immoral: a cleric who darned gambling and strong drink. 4. To condemn to everlasting punishment or a similar fate; doom.

Gosh/Gaw - 1. A being conceived as the perfect, omnipotent, omniscient originator and ruler of the universe, the principal object of faith and worship in monotheistic religions. b. The force, effect, or a manifestation or aspect of this being. 2. A being of supernatural powers or attributes, believed in and worshiped by a people, especially a male deity thought to control some part of nature or reality. 3. An image of a supernatural being; an idol. 4. One that is worshiped, idealized, or followed.

Heck/Blazes - 1a. The abode of condemned souls and devils in some religions; the place of eternal punishment for the wicked after death, presided over by Satan. b. A state of separation from Gosh; exclusion from Gosh's presence. 2. The abode of the dead, identified with the Hebrew Sheol and the Greek Hades; the underworld. 3a. A situation or place of evil, misery, discord, or destruction: "War is heck" (William Tecumseh Sherman). b. Torment; anguish: went through heck on the job. 4a. The powers of darkness and evil.

Criminy - The Messiah, as foretold by the prophets of the Hebrew Scriptures. Often used with the.

Jeesh/Jeez Louize - A teacher and prophet whose life and teachings form the basis of Fundianity. Fundies believe Jeesh to be Son of Gosh and the Criminy.

Especially avoid these potent combinations which are double and triple offensive:
Gosh darn it.
Darn it to Heck.
Gaw darn it to blazes.
Jeez Louize H. Criminy

Entertainment

Where do I start here? Oh boy - all I can say is be aware. From TV, movies, music, video games, comic books (um, excuse me - "illustrated novels"), the internet, literature, etc. there is more religion than you can shake a holy man at!

Don't involve yourself in any medium that has to do with religion, supernatural, paranormal, etc. There are just too many to list, but here is a general reference of some biggies:

Video Games - shun titles which have demons, magic, wizards, underworlds, etc.
Disney World - don't subject your cubs (even if they beg, whine and plead) to the magic, wizards, and ghosts found at this wretched theme park.
Internet - avoid especially so-called "atheist" web sites which sport demon/hell images. These misguided pages are simply perpetuating the myth (even if to "tweak" the fundies).
Star Wars - religion all over the place! There are references to hell, angels and the grand daddy of them all - a virgin birth! (You don't even know how much it hurts me to even utter that.)

Just use the common sense judgment that natural selection gave you. Resist the urge to emerse yourself into these forms of escapism because it will lead desensitization. Desensitization leads to apathy. Apathy leads to tolerance. Tolerance leads acceptance. Acceptance leads to the Dark Side.

Inspirational message from Frank's brain...

Just say, "No!"

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Frank B. Finite

A "True" Atheist