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What a terrible disease that must be if it could kill God…

“What a terrible disease that must be if it could kill God in a man.” quote by Yann Martel
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““What a terrible disease that must be if it could kill God in a man.””

Yann Martel

About This Quote

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

The quote suggests that if a divine being can be destroyed by a mortal, the disease must be extremely powerful and terrifying.

In simple terms: Even gods can be killed by a terrible disease.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the limits of power.

Themes

mortality divine fear disease

Mood

somber reflective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • medical crisis
  • philosophical debate
  • literary analysis

Key Concepts

theology existentialism vulnerability

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does it mean for a god to be vulnerable?
  • How does this shape our view of mortality?
A Different Perspective

It may exaggerate metaphorical language as literal.

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