Skip to content

Who was that?” said Will, trembling, facing the two…

“Who was that?” said Will, trembling, facing the two angels. “That was Metatron,” said Balthamos.” quote by Philip Pullman
Download Open image
““Who was that?” said Will, trembling, facing the two angels. “That was Metatron,” said Balthamos.””

Philip Pullman

About This Quote

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

The characters encounter a divine being, Metatron, highlighting the awe and fear of confronting the supernatural.

In simple terms: Meeting a divine being can be terrifying.

Key Takeaway

Approach unknown forces with humility.

Themes

fantasy theology fear

Mood

wonder uneasy

Type

mythical contemplative

When to use this quote

  • encountering the divine
  • spiritual crisis
  • storytelling

Key Concepts

mythology divine hierarchy existential awe

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does Metatron represent?
  • How does fear shape belief?
A Different Perspective

Belief systems differ, so reactions vary.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by Philip Pullman

Explore all 479 Philip Pullman quotes

More Angels quotes

Browse all 1,587 Angels quotes