Lyric discussion by mikestuff 

Cover art for Missionary lyrics by Operation Ivy

It does apply to imperialism, but i think the song mainly did focus on Christianity as an example of imperialism. With lyrics like "words carved in stone, unquestionable belief, and covered with blood of the faithless". blacklung and tsk8r = both correct in a way. The best part about this song and Op Ivy is they did get specific. A lot of bands just generally say "fuck religion" but here you have a logical opposition to religion.

I wouldn't even say that much. Rather, it's a logical opposition to violent means of spreading it. Take the Kantian interpretation of "means to an end." Live and let live. At least that's how I see it.