Casts Quote by Jorge Luis Borges
“Islam asserts that on the unappealable Day of Judgment every perpetrator of the image of a living creature will be raised from the dead with his works, and he will be commanded to bring them to life, and he will fail, and be cast out with them into the fires of punishment.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Book of Imaginary Beings” (1957) or similar speculative text
Describes a theological belief that creating images of living beings is a grave sin, leading to punishment after death.
In simple terms: Creating images of life is condemned.
Key Takeaway
Avoid idolatry; respect divine creation.
Themes
religion
morality
iconoclasm
afterlife
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- art creation
- religious practice
- legal testimony
- personal belief
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
iconoclasm
Questions to Reflect On
- Is artistic representation inherently sinful?
- How do you balance creativity and reverence?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations vary across cultures.
