Famous atheist and actor Stephen Fry was recently interviewed and asked what he would say to God if it turned out that there actually was a God. His stunning answer has gone viral on social media. Fry’s answer is not only his opinion on one question, but it also perfectly explains why many atheists do not believe there is any creator, higher power or supreme being.
Fry’s answer seems to leave the interviewer with a shocked expression as he explains exactly what he would ask God if he were to meet him at the pearly gates after death. Fry also says he would definitely not want to enter into heaven on God’s terms, because those terms are unfair and wrong.
This famous atheist touches on what most atheists think about when they make the decision to turn away from religion, and his answer about what he would say to God can provide a glimpse into the mindset of many non-believers.
Secular people have been sending around the video of Stephen Fry’s answer on Facebook and other networks because they say they consider it to be a brilliant response to an age-old question. The video has gotten millions of views on YouTube and is also viral on Facebook.
While atheists and agnostics have long understood all of Fry’s points, religious people may also be interested in his answer because it explains the inner workings of the minds of those who do not embrace religion.
While secular people celebrate Fry’s answer as to what he would say to God after death, The Independent points out, and rightly so, that Fry could actually be prosecuted in dozens of countries for his rational discussion of God. Blasphemy laws in these nations would allow authorities to press charges against Fry just for stating his beliefs. Luckily, the U.S. has no such laws, and his video continues on its viral journey. Watch the clip below and weigh in to let us know what you think about Fry’s answer.
