Angel Quote by Cassandra Clare
““He remembered his father saying that when angels fell, they fell in anguish, because once they had seen the face of God, and now they never would again.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Infernal Devices, Cassandra Clare, 2009
Angels, after seeing God, fall in anguish, implying divine loss brings profound sorrow.
In simple terms: Seeing God and then losing that sight causes deep pain.
Recognize the pain of losing divine connection.
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When to use this quote
- theological study
- creative writing
- personal meditation
- artistic inspiration
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does losing sight of the divine symbolize?
- How does anguish shape an angel's purpose?
Interpretation may differ across religious traditions.