You see,the trouble with the signs in the sky, my dear…
““You see,the trouble with the signs in the sky, my dear morsel, is that once having seen them, one has no excuse. Have you noticed how few miracles one hears about lately? Not our fault, Karras. Don't blame us. We try!””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Seeing signs removes excuses, yet miracles are rare; the speaker blames external forces while acknowledging effort.
In simple terms: Seeing warnings gives no excuse; miracles are scarce.
Key Takeaway
Take responsibility despite signs.
Themes
faith
miracles
responsibility
Mood
skeptical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- personal decision‑making
- spiritual crisis
- public discourse
Key Concepts
existential doubt
theological critique
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we blame others for lack of miracles?
- What excuses do we make when faced with signs?
A Different Perspective
Denial of personal agency can hinder change.