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“You Could Make a Religion Out of This” meme: meaning, origin and rare card

“You Could Make a Religion Out of This” is a quote from Bill Wurtz’s 2017 animated video about world history.

MyMemeCards editorial teamPublished 9 min read
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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “You Could Make a Religion Out of This” is a rare card of the Memes World series 73, number 21653 of the collection, and the 31st best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.

What does the “You Could Make a Religion Out of This” meme mean?

The phrase humorously elevates mundane or surprising events into potential spiritual foundations. It expresses awe and irony, treating coincidences or beautiful accidents as if they were divine signs. Users apply it to highlight how extraordinary something feels, not literally but playfully, acknowledging its unique charm without genuine belief.

Where does the “You Could Make a Religion Out of This” meme come from?

The line comes from Bill Wurtz’s YouTube video *history of the entire world, i guess*, released on May 10, 2017. The animated music video covers cosmic and human history with comedic narration. Wurtz uses the phrase when discussing religious origins, such as after Buddha’s enlightenment or regarding Robespierre’s Cult of the Supreme Being, which he immediately dismisses. An audio clip followed two days later. The video spread rapidly through social media shares and streaming platforms, becoming a widely recognized internet reference.

  1. 2017Release of Bill Wurtz’s original video on YouTube on May 10.

How to use the “You Could Make a Religion Out of This” meme

  • Use the phrase to comment on an unusually beautiful sunset or sky phenomenon.
  • Apply the meme when a random coincidence creates a funny or poetic unexpected situation.
  • Quote the line to suggest that an ordinary object seems to have mystical or sacred qualities.

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The “You Could Make a Religion Out of This” card in MyMemeCards

You Could Make a Religion Out of This card
NumberNo. 21653
RarityRare
CollectionMemes World series 73
Fame66/100 · #31 of 300
Recycle value10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 73: 300 cards
  • Common20167%
  • Rare9933%

How to get the “You Could Make a Religion Out of This” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; You Could Make a Religion Out of This comes out of the Memes World series 73 as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.

Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.

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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details

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Frequently asked questions

What does you could make a religion out of this mean?

It ironically suggests treating a trivial event as a basis for belief. It highlights the poetic absurdity of something remarkable happening.

Who is bill wurtz?

Bill Wurtz is an American musician and content creator known for humorous and educational music videos on the internet.

Where to find history of the entire world i guess video?

The video is freely available on Bill Wurtz’s official YouTube channel, uploaded in May 2017.

How do I get the You Could Make a Religion Out of This meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “You Could Make a Religion Out of This” is a rare card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the You Could Make a Religion Out of This card?

It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

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