Arrogance Quote by Joe Ambercrombie
““Prayer is arrogance,’ intoned Jubair. ‘The hope of man to change the will of God. But God’s plan is set and His words already spoken.’ ‘Fuck Him, then!’ snapped Sufeen. Jubair mildly raised one brow. ‘Oh, you will find it is God who does the fucking.””
About This Quote
A dialogue about human arrogance in trying to alter divine will, suggesting that God’s plan is immutable and that attempts to change it are futile.
In simple terms: Humans can’t change God’s predetermined plan.
Key Takeaway
Accept limits of human control.
Themes
faith
humility
divine will
Mood
contemplative
defiant
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- religious debate
- personal crisis
- existential questioning
Key Concepts
theology
free will
arrogance
Questions to Reflect On
- Do we have the right to challenge destiny?
- What does humility mean in faith?
A Different Perspective
Belief in free will may conflict with determinism.
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