Angry Quote by Elizabeth Wein
“It never occurred to him that now he was looking at his master, at the one person in all the world who held his fate right between her palms - me, in patched hand-me-downs and untrimmed hair and idiot smile - and that my hatred for him is pure and black and unforgiving. And that I don't believe in God, but if I did, if I did, it would be the God of Moses, angry and demanding and OUT FOR REVENGE...”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Code Name Verity by Elizabeth Wein, 2010
A character realizes her power over another’s fate, feeling both hatred and a divine‑like authority, while questioning faith.
In simple terms: Power over others can feel god‑like, yet is tangled with hatred and doubt.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the burden of power and its moral complexities.
Themes
power
fate
hatred
faith
authority
Mood
intense
conflicted
Type
philosophical
dramatic
When to use this quote
- leadership decisions
- personal relationships
- ethical dilemmas
- spiritual crises
Key Concepts
moral responsibility
divine justice
psychological conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you feel responsibility when influencing others?
- How does doubt shape your sense of power?
A Different Perspective
The narrative may dramatize emotions, oversimplifying real moral nuance.
