Divine Quote by Friedrich Schiller
““While the gods remained more human, the men were more divine.””
About This Quote
Source Play: Wallenstein, 1799
Gods are more human, men more divine, highlighting role role reversal.
In simple terms: Divine men, human gods.
Question power dynamics.
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Type
When to use this quote
- theatre
- literary analysis
- philosophical discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why invert divine and human roles?
- What does this say about power?
Interpretations may vary across cultures.