Make God Quote by David Anthony Durham
““What sense does it make that one god would create all? Why would he create … rabbits. Soft and cuddly, yes? And then create foxes that hunt them down and tear them to shreds? Why do that? That god is no god to the rabbits. He is a demon that favors their enemies. But nor does that god honor the fox, for he creates other animals bigger than it. Creates wolves. Creates you Acacians. Even you, Rialus, could kill a fox if you were lucky and had the right weapon.” “And if the creature was lame or old,” Jàfith added.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “Acacia Trilogy”, 2007
Questions the fairness of a creator who designs both prey and predator, highlighting perceived injustice in nature.
In simple terms: Creation includes both suffering and survival.
Key Takeaway
Accept life’s dualities.
Themes
theodicy
nature
justice
duality
Mood
thoughtful
curious
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- environmental debates
- philosophical essays
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
ecology
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we assign moral value to natural roles?
- Can suffering be justified in a larger system?
A Different Perspective
Simplifies complex ecological balances.
