Fairy tale Quote by Bernard Malamud
““Yakov,” said Shmuel, “He invented light. He created the world. He made us both. The true miracle is belief. I believe in Him. Job said, ‘Though he slay me, yet will I trust in Him.’ He said more but that’s enough.” “To win a lousy bet with the devil he killed off all the servants and innocent children of Job. For that alone I hate him, not to mention ten thousand pogroms. Ach, why do you make me talk fairy tales? Job is an invention and so is God.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Assistant by Bernard Malamud, 1957
Faith is portrayed as a miracle that sustains people through suffering, while questioning the existence of divine justice amidst tragedy.
In simple terms: Belief helps endure hardship despite doubts about God.
Key Takeaway
Hold onto belief, even when faced with injustice.
Themes
faith
miracle
tragedy
justice
humanity
Mood
reflective
somber
philosophical
Type
literary
dialogue
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- war trauma
- ethical dilemmas
- spiritual crisis
Key Concepts
theodicy
existentialism
religious doubt
Questions to Reflect On
- How does belief shape your response to injustice?
- Can faith coexist with questioning divine intent?
A Different Perspective
The quote assumes belief alone resolves suffering, ignoring systemic causes.
