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Divine justice Quote by Greg Iles

“There have been times I would have given anything for such faith, for the belief that divine justice exists somewhere in the universe. Facing Sarah’s death without it was an existential baptism of fire. The comfort that belief in an afterlife can provide was obvious in the hospital waiting rooms…” quote by Greg Iles
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““There have been times I would have given anything for such faith, for the belief that divine justice exists somewhere in the universe. Facing Sarah’s death without it was an existential baptism of fire. The comfort that belief in an afterlife can provide was obvious in the hospital waiting rooms and chemo wards, where””

Greg Iles

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Last Trial by Greg Iles, 2019

The narrator longs for faith and belief in divine justice to cope with loss, seeing it as a source of comfort in suffering.

In simple terms: Seeking faith eases suffering.

Key Takeaway

Find meaning through belief.

Themes

faith grief hope justice

Mood

reflective somber hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • hospital waiting rooms
  • chemo wards
  • personal loss
  • counseling sessions

Key Concepts

existentialism spirituality meaning-making

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does belief shape your response to loss?
  • Can hope exist without faith?
A Different Perspective

Faith may not resolve practical challenges of grief.

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