Life Quote by Margaret Atwood
““I think that this is what God must look like: an egg. The life of the moon may not be on the surface, but inside.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Handmaid’s Tale, 1985
She imagines God as an egg, suggesting creation is internal and hidden, not outwardly visible.
In simple terms: Divine creation is internal and unseen.
Key Takeaway
Look within for deeper meaning.
Themes
spirituality
creativity
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
curious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- artistic inspiration
- meditation
- writing practice
Key Concepts
metaphor
inner life
cosmology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does viewing God as an egg change your perception of creation?
- What inner aspects of yourself might be unseen?
A Different Perspective
Metaphor may be too abstract for some readers.
