How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #1
"Many Pentecostal Christians believe that the gift of tongues was given to them so that they could spread their religion to other peoples without having to actually learn their language." (27.43)
Language and religion are super intertwined in Snow Crash, since both are means of accessing people's brains and beliefs. Both can mess you up. Fun times, yeah?
Quote #2
The Reverend Wayne's Pearly Gates #1106 is a pretty big one. Its low serial number implies great age. (25.10)
Yep, even religions operate as franchises in the America of Snow Crash. It kind of says a lot about how people view religion, if they're willing to treat its outlets like fast food restaurants.
Quote #3
"Wait a minute, Juanita. Make up your mind. This Snow Crash thing—is it a virus, a drug, or a religion?" Juanita shrugs. "What's the difference?" (26.46)
So if a virus can be the same thing as a drug, which can be the same thing as a religion…yeah, this is complex stuff. But if you think of all three as things that can affect the human brain and change our behavior, it starts to make sense.