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I don't believe in God. And I certainly don't feel…

“I don't believe in God. And I certainly don't feel chosen." "I think you may be." I smiled dubiously. "Thank you." "It is not meant as a compliment. Hazard makes you elect. You cannot elect yourself.” quote by John Fowles
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““I don't believe in God. And I certainly don't feel chosen." "I think you may be." I smiled dubiously. "Thank you." "It is not meant as a compliment. Hazard makes you elect. You cannot elect yourself.””

John Fowles

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A character feels unchosen and doubts divine selection, yet another suggests destiny is imposed by chance, not self‑choice.

In simple terms: Feeling unchosen, destiny is random.

Key Takeaway

Accept that chance, not self.

Themes

identity destiny faith

Mood

conflicted reflective

Type

literary dialogue

When to use this quote

  • personal crisis
  • spiritual doubt
  • relationship dynamics

Key Concepts

existentialism randomness

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you feel your path is chosen or random?
  • How does belief shape your sense of agency?
A Different Perspective

The quote assumes a binary view of belief and selection, ignoring nuanced personal agency.

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