Biblical, Talmudic, or Koranic literalists remind me of children wrinkling their noses at Belon oysters and asking for more Chef Boy-E-Dee. They want the world to be as simple as they are.

Summary

This quote suggests that religious literalists who strictly interpret biblical, Talmudic, or Koranic texts are akin to children who reject sophisticated, nuanced ideas in favor of simplistic and easily digestible concepts. The comparison to children requesting Chef Boy-E-Dee, a mass-produced and basic food product, implies that these literalists desire a world that is as uncomplicated and straightforward as they perceive themselves to be. The quote implies criticism towards the unwillingness to engage with complex ideas and the preference for simplicity and certainty, contrasting with the vast complexities of the world.

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