On Mon, 4 Jun 2001, Alberto Monteiro wrote:
> Prince Dipendra, of Nepal
>
> He killed his family because they didn't allow him to
> marry before his 35th birthday, as they were counselled
> by _astrologers_
>
> Rest in Peace, Prince. You deserve a place in Heaven,
> with Newton, Einstein, Carl Sagan and Torquemada
<Positively confused.> Are we talking about Torque- "confession prior to
torture can't be trusted" -mada? I was unaware of his career as a
promoter of science and reason. Why does he get a place with Sagan,
Newton, and Einstein?
I can understand the Prince being pissed off about the marriage thing, but
how does committing mass murder and suicide make him rank with
scientists, and why is Torquemada among the scientists?
I'm afraid I can't follow the logic behind the sentiment as you've
expressed it.
Marvin Long
Austin, Texas
