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“I shall tell you what I believe. I believe God is a librarian. I believe that literature is holy, Mr. Roper, it is that best part of our souls that we break off and give each other, and God has a special dispensation for it, angels to guard its making and its preservation. -said by Katherine…” quote by Sarah Smith
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““I shall tell you what I believe. I believe God is a librarian. I believe that literature is holy, Mr. Roper, it is that best part of our souls that we break off and give each other, and God has a special dispensation for it, angels to guard its making and its preservation. -said by Katherine Darnell in Chasing Shakespeares, by Sarah Smith””

Sarah Smith

About This Quote

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

Literature is sacred, a divine gift shared among people, protected by higher forces.

In simple terms: Books are holy gifts we share, guarded by divine forces.

Key Takeaway

Cherish and protect shared stories.

Themes

literature spirituality community

Mood

reverent inspired

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • reading clubs
  • library programs
  • book gifting
  • literary festivals

Key Concepts

Divine guardianship shared humanity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does sharing a story change its meaning?
  • What responsibilities come with treating literature as holy?
A Different Perspective

Not all view literature as sacred; some see it as entertainment.

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