27 Amazing Bill Hicks Quotes On Religion And Reality
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William Melvin Hicks was an American stand-up comedian, social commentator, satirist, and musician who lived from December 16, 1961 to February 26, 1994. His writing, which covered a wide spectrum of societal themes such as religion, politics, and philosophy, was divisive and frequently darkly humorous.
Here are some Bill Hicks quotes for you to read and enjoy.
Bill Hicks Quotes on Life
He began performing humor (mainly derivations of Woody Allen material) for his classmates while attending Stratford High School. At home, he would write his own one-liners and slip them under Steve’s bedroom door for critical scrutiny, whom he thought was a genius. “Keep it up,” Steve advised. You’re a natural at this.
Here are some Bill Hicks quotes on life.
“No one can give you any answers. There aren’t any. You have to discover for yourself-you must learn to navigate the mystery.”
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“We all pay for life with death, so everything in between should be free.”
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“There is no such thing as death; life is only a dream, and we are the imagination of ourselves.”
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Bill Hicks Quotes Religion
Hicks began to make fun of his family’s Southern Baptist religious beliefs early on. In 1987, he told the Houston Post, “We were Yuppie Baptists.” As the elder Hicks used to remark, “I believe that the Bible is the literal word of God. “No, it’s not, Dad,” Bill would respond. He remained connected to his family throughout his life, and he did not reject spiritual philosophy in general, seeking numerous alternate methods of experiencing it.
Here are some Bill Hicks quotes on religion.
“You think when Jesus comes back, he really wants to see a cross? That’s like going up to Jackie Onassis with a rifle pendant on.”
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“The whole image is that eternal suffering awaits anyone who questions God’s infinite love. That’s the message we’re brought up with, isn’t it? Believe or die! Thank you, forgiving Lord, for all those options.”
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SOURCE: RANT IN E-MINOR
“I find it ironic that people who are against things that cause sexual thoughts are generally fundamentalist Christians who also believe you should be fruitful and multiply.”
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SOURCE: RELENTLESS
Bill Hicks Quotes Reality
His ideas, beliefs, and work touched on a wide range of topics, including philosophy, religion, and politics. His performances were frequently divisive and laced with black humor. He went on tour and appeared on television, but it was during the 1991 tour that he gained a large following.
Here are some Bill Hicks quotes on reality.
“If you are living for tomorrow, you will always be one day behind.”
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“God has this…hobby. He creates perfection. This world is not perfect. We have to learn to separate illusions from reality.”
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“I believe that there is an equality to all humanity. We all suck.”
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“It’s all about money, not freedom. If you think you’re free, try going somewhere without money, okay?”
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“The best kind of comedy to me is when you make people laugh at things they’ve never laughed at, and also take a light into the darkened corners of people’s minds, exposing them to the light.”
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“I get a kick out of being an outsider constantly. It allows me to be creative. I don’t like anything in the mainstream and they don’t like me.”
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“All your beliefs, they’re just that. They’re nothing. They’re how you were taught and raised. That doesn’t make ’em real.”
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More Bill Hicks Quotes
Hicks published his first album, Dangerous, in 1990, and appeared on HBO’s One Night Stand special as well as the Just for Laughs festival in Montreal. In November, he was one of a group of American stand-up comedians who performed in London’s West End. Here are some more Bill Hicks quotes.
“I left in love, in laughter, and in truth, and wherever truth, love, and laughter abide, I am there in spirit.”
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“Don’t worry; don’t be afraid, ever, because this is just a ride.”
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SOURCE: REVELATIONS
“I don’t care if you’re obscene, filthy, horrendous — as long as you’re honest.”
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“Just a simple choice, right now, between fear and love. The eyes of fear want you to put bigger locks on your doors, buy guns, close yourself off. The eyes of love instead see all of us as one.”
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SOURCE: REVELATIONS
“Good comedy helps people know they’re not alone. Great comedy provides an answer.”
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“Watching television is like taking black spray paint to your third eye.”
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“Music is a great energizer. It’s a language everybody knows.”
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“Sometimes you feel in control, and it’s great, but sometimes you just don’t feel in control and you really have to struggle to get laughs.”
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SOURCE: LOVE ALL THE PEOPLE (NEW EDITION)
“Be yourself on stage. Nobody else can be you and you have the law of supply and demand covered.”
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“They proved that if you quit smoking, it will prolong your life. What they haven’t proved is that a prolonged life is a good thing. I haven’t seen the stats on that yet.”
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He was well-known not just as a comedian, but also as a songwriter and guitarist. On February 26, 1994, at the age of 32, Hicks died of pancreatic cancer. His untimely demise left a gap, yet his ideas, songs, work, and music earned a cult following after his death. Get some inspiration from these Bill Hicks quotes.
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Nitesh Kuchhal, an IIM Calcutta graduate, is more than an educator—he's a mentor. With a passion for leadership and entrepreneurship, and travel. He has explored over 20 countries. Beyond teaching, he dives into psychology and discusses social issues. Though he is not a history expert, he enjoys learning about it through books, adding a historical touch to his many interests.
