Adore Quote by John Cheever
“We praise Him, we bless Him, we adore Him, we glorify Him, and we wonder who is that baritone across the aisle and that pretty woman on our right who smells of apple blossoms. Our bowels stir and our cod itches and we amend our prayers for the spiritual life with the hope that it will not be too spiritual.”
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Swimmer,” John Cheever, 1964
The speaker mixes worship with mundane observations, highlighting a tension between spiritual aspirations and earthly distractions.
In simple terms: Spiritual yearning meets everyday reality.
Key Takeaway
Balance reverence with present awareness.
Themes
faith
distraction
humor
spirituality
Mood
playful
ironic
Type
literary
satirical
When to use this quote
- daily prayers
- family gatherings
- public ceremonies
- personal meditation
Key Concepts
existentialism
cultural critique
irony
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the baritone symbolize?
- How does humor affect spiritual sincerity?
A Different Perspective
The humor may trivialize sincere devotion.
