I honor religion except when it gets into shedding blood.

Meaning of the quote

This quote means that Rip Torn respects religion, but he does not agree with it when it leads to violence and people being hurt. He believes that religion should be about peace and understanding, not about causing harm to others.

About Rip Torn

Rip Torn was an acclaimed American actor who had a prolific career spanning over six decades. He received an Academy Award nomination for his role in Cross Creek and won an Emmy for his portrayal of Artie on The Larry Sanders Show. Torn is also known for his memorable roles in films like King of Kings, The Man Who Fell to Earth, and the Men in Black franchise.

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Rip Torn

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