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“No. The old gods ain't big on 'sorry,'" said Granny, pacing up and down again. "They know it's just a word.” quote by Terry Pratchett
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““No. The old gods ain't big on 'sorry,'" said Granny, pacing up and down again. "They know it's just a word.””

Terry Pratchett

About This Quote

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

The old gods dismiss apologies as meaningless, implying that words alone cannot appease divine forces.

In simple terms: Apologies are empty to the gods.

Key Takeaway

Recognize actions over empty words.

Themes

mythology humor language faith

Mood

wry thoughtful critical

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • conflict resolution
  • spiritual practice
  • literary analysis

Key Concepts

divine indifference semantic emptiness cultural critique

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have words failed you?
  • What actions can replace empty apologies?
A Different Perspective

Even gods may be indifferent, but humans still need reconciliation.

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