Abandonment Quote by Craig D. Lounsbrough
““God’s absence in the carnage is due to one single rather unnerving fact; that at some time past He honored our request that He leave. And if we are not brutally honest with ourselves regarding that choice, it is we ourselves who have set the stage for the next tragedy.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Theodicy Lecture, 2015
God’s absence in tragedy stems from a divine choice to leave; humanity’s honesty about this choice reveals our role in future suffering.
In simple terms: Divine withdrawal causes tragedy; we must own our part.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge responsibility for creating future harm.
Themes
theology
responsibility
human nature
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- ethical decision‑making
- conflict resolution
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
free will
moral accountability
Questions to Reflect On
- How does acknowledging divine absence affect your moral choices?
- What actions can prevent repeating past tragedies?
A Different Perspective
Blaming external forces can hinder self‑examination.
