Amen Quote by Douglas Adams
“Protect me from knowing what I don't need to know. Protect me from even knowing that there are things to know that I don't know. Protect me from knowing that I decided not to know about the things that I decided not to know about. Amen. Lord, lord, lord. Protect me from the consequences of the above prayer.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, 1979
A plea for ignorance to shield one from overwhelming or harmful knowledge and its fallout.
In simple terms: Ask to be kept unaware of unnecessary or painful truths.
Key Takeaway
Seek simplicity and emotional safety.
Themes
ignorance
protection
faith
consequences
Mood
anxious
reflective
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- information overload
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychological defense
spiritual pleading
Questions to Reflect On
- What knowledge truly serves you?
- When does ignorance become a burden?
A Different Perspective
Overprotection can hinder growth and informed decision‑making.
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