Advice Quote by Ambrose Bierce
“FEMALE, n. One of the opposing, or unfair, sex. The Maker, at Creation's birth, With living things had stocked the earth. From elephants to bats and snails, They all were good, for all were males. But when the Devil came and saw He said: By Thine eternal law Of growth, maturity, decay, These all must quickly pass away And leave untenanted the earth Unless Thou dost establish birth -- Then tucked his head beneath his wing To laugh --he had no sleeve --the thing With deviltry did so accord, That he'd suggested to the Lord. The Master pondered this advice, Then shook and threw the fateful dice Wherewith all matters here below Are ordered, and observed the throw; Then bent His head in awful state, Confirming the decree of Fate. From every part of earth anew The conscious dust consenting flew, While rivers from their courses rolled To make it plastic for the mould. Enough collected (but no more, For niggard Nature hoards her store) He kneaded it to flexible clay, While Nick unseen threw”
About This Quote
The passage poetically describes creation, gender, and fate, suggesting that life's forms arise from divine design and random chance.
In simple terms: Life’s forms stem from divine design and chance.
Key Takeaway
Consider both destiny and randomness in existence.
Themes
creation
gender
fate
divine design
Mood
contemplative
melancholic
Type
literary
mythic
When to use this quote
- artistic inspiration
- theological study
- creative writing
Key Concepts
mythology
philosophy
poetry
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you view the interplay of destiny and randomness?
- What role does gender play in your worldview?
A Different Perspective
Attributing gender bias to divine intent oversimplifies social constructs.
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