Desperate Quote by C. S. Lewis
“Some people probably think of the Resurrection as a desperate last moment expedient to save the Hero from a situation which had got out of the Author's control.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Problem of Pain, 1940
The Resurrection may seem like a convenient plot device, but it reflects deeper themes of divine control and human agency.
In simple terms: Resurrection challenges authorial control.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on divine versus human power.
Themes
theology
literature
agency
faith
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- religious debate
- literary analysis
- personal belief
Key Concepts
Divine providence
narrative purpose
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect your faith?
- Can stories function without divine rescue?
A Different Perspective
It can be seen as a narrative shortcut.
![“Perhaps [the critics are right and] the drama is played out now and Jesus is safely dead and buried. Perhaps. It is ironical and entertaining to consider that at least once in the world's history those words might have been said with complete conviction, and that was on the eve of the Resurrection.” quote by Dorothy L. Sayers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/467/dorothy-l-sayers-738_buried_perhaps-the-critics-are-right-and-the-dr_43252.jpg)
