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Love of god Quote by Lynn Turner

“God, I want you,’ he breathed, and Bernadette’s throat closed, trapping her breath, while every last ounce of strength drained out of her and left her with knees turned suddenly to rubber. ‘I’ve never said that to a nun before,’ he mused wryly. ‘But then I’ve never met a nun like you. I doubt…” quote by Lynn Turner
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““God, I want you,’ he breathed, and Bernadette’s throat closed, trapping her breath, while every last ounce of strength drained out of her and left her with knees turned suddenly to rubber. ‘I’ve never said that to a nun before,’ he mused wryly. ‘But then I’ve never met a nun like you. I doubt anyone has. What business has a woman Like you got being a nun, for the love of God!””

Lynn Turner

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Devil's Advocate by Lynn Turner, 2019

A man confronts a nun, questioning her vocation and expressing frustration, while she is physically weakened and emotionally vulnerable.

In simple terms: A man challenges a nun’s purpose while she is exhausted.

Key Takeaway

Consider empathy before judgment.

Themes

faith conflict vulnerability gender roles

Mood

tense reflective

Type

dialogue confessional

When to use this quote

  • hospital
  • religious retreat
  • personal crisis
  • interpersonal confrontation

Key Concepts

existential doubt power dynamics spiritual crisis

Questions to Reflect On

  • What assumptions do we make about others’ choices?
  • How might power imbalance affect dialogue?
A Different Perspective

The nun’s perspective is missing, limiting understanding.

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