Made Quote by James S.A. Corey
““The problem with living with miracles was that they made everything seem plausible.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Expanse series, 2011
Miracles make extraordinary events seem ordinary, diminishing their impact and our sense of wonder.
In simple terms: Miracles make everything seem normal.
Key Takeaway
Beware of normalizing the extraordinary.
Themes
miracles
perception
reality
Mood
contemplative
pensive
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- daily life
- spiritual experiences
- media consumption
Key Concepts
Cognitive bias
skepticism
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you accept miracles as ordinary?
- How does this affect your belief system?
A Different Perspective
It may dismiss genuine awe and the value of wonder.
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