Folktales Quote by Gerald Hausman
““There were good places and bad places to tell stories and there were of course stories that could not be told in any place on earth and these were reserved for heaven. ””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Man Who Loved Children by Gerald Hausman, 1995
Stories have contexts where they can be shared and some are too sacred for any earthly setting, belonging only to the divine.
In simple terms: Some stories fit certain places; others are too holy for any world location.
Key Takeaway
Respect the sanctity of certain narratives.
Themes
storytelling
place
sacredness
Mood
reverent
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- religious rituals
- family gatherings
- literary workshops
- personal confessions
Key Concepts
cultural context
spiritual hierarchy
Questions to Reflect On
- Which narratives feel too sacred to share openly?
- How do we honor stories that belong to the divine?
A Different Perspective
Not all stories can be safely expressed in any environment; some may be misunderstood or profaned.
