God Quote by Emil Cioran
““Lord, give me the capacity of never praying, spare me the insanity of all worship, let this temptation of love pass from me which would deliver me forever unto You. Let the void spread between my heart and heaven! I have no desire to people my deserts by Your presence, to tyrannize my nights by Your light, to dissolve my Siberias beneath Your sun.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Temptation of Love” in The New York Times, 1934
The writer rejects love and worship, fearing they will trap him in madness and loss of self.
In simple terms: Rejects love to avoid madness.
Key Takeaway
Question the cost of devotion.
Themes
existential
spiritual
self‑preservation
Mood
melancholic
introspective
Type
philosophical
poetic
When to use this quote
- relationships
- religious practice
- personal freedom
- mental health
Key Concepts
nihilism
autonomy
Questions to Reflect On
- What does love mean to you?
- Can devotion be balanced with self?
A Different Perspective
Love can also bring meaning and connection.
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