List of A. J. Jacobs Quotes

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A. J. Jacobs
Total Quotes 73
One of the interesting things to me is that god grows throughout the old testament. he evolves, sort of matures, and becomes kinder.
Interesting Old Testament Evolve
I thought religion would eventually wither away and we'd all be worshiping at the altar of science.
Altars
I got a sense of the amazingness of ordinary life, and i became aware of the marvel that we're around to begin with. i visited a lot of extreme communities, like the amish, hasidic jews, and serpent-handlers. and i was proud, because i think i'm the first person to ever out-bible-talk a jehovah's witness. after four hours, he said, "okay, i have to go."
Thinking Community Proud
I know that knowledge and intelligence are not the same thing - but they do live in the same neighborhood. i know once again, firsthand, the joy of learning.
Education Joy Neighborhood
I'm all for cafeteria religion. i think there's nothing wrong with cafeterias - i've had some great meals at cafeterias. i've also had some horrible meals, so it's important to pick the right things. take a heaping helping of compassion and mercy, and leave the intolerance on the table.
Thinking Compassion Important
Paintings! they're like tv, but they don't move.
Moving Technology Tvs
A loud noise will get your fight-or-flight response going. this, over the years, can cause real cardiovascular damage.
Real Fighting Years
I find placebos uplifting and exhilarating. it means that taking action--no matter what the action is--might help you feel better.
Uplifting Mean Feel Better
I've rarely said the word "lord," unless it's followed by "of the rings.
Lord Said Rings
When i was with the serpent-handlers in tennessee, it was the most bizarre method of worship i could think of. yet when you sit with these people, you can kind of see how it makes sense.
Thinking People Tennessee
Sometimes miracles occur only when you jump in.
Miracle Sometimes
I have little shame, no dignity – all in the name of a better cause.
Names Littles Causes
  • Born: March 20, 1968
  • Occupation: Journalist
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