Burning bush Quote by Luis Alberto Urrea
““This is how Heaven works. They're practical. We are always looking for rays of light. For lightning bolts or burning bushes. But God is a worker, like us. He made the world — He didn't hire poor Indios to build it for him! God has worker's hands. Just remember — angels carry no harps. Angels carry hammers.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Devil's Highway by Luis Alberto Urrea, 2004
God is portrayed as a laborer, emphasizing humility and the value of work over lofty symbolism.
In simple terms: God works like us, with hands, not harps.
Key Takeaway
Respect labor and humility.
Themes
humility
work
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
aphilosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- construction
- community service
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
theology
metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- How does viewing divinity as a worker change your view of labor?
- What tasks do you consider sacred?
