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“This world is beautiful but badly broken. St. Paul said that it groans, but I love it even in its groaning. I love this round stage where we act out the tragedies and the comedies of history. I love it with all of its villains and petty liars and self-righteous pompers. I love the ants and the…” quote by N.D. Wilson
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““This world is beautiful but badly broken. St. Paul said that it groans, but I love it even in its groaning. I love this round stage where we act out the tragedies and the comedies of history. I love it with all of its villains and petty liars and self-righteous pompers. I love the ants and the laughter of wide-eyed children encountering their first butterfly. I love it as it is, because it is a story, and it isn’t stuck in one place. It is full of conflict and darkness like every good story. And like every good story, there will be an ending. I love the world as it is, because I love what it will be. I””

N.D. Wilson

About This Quote

Source Book: The Lost Farm, N.D. Wilson, 2011

The world is imperfect yet beautiful, full of conflict and hope, and its story drives love for its future.

In simple terms: World is flawed but hopeful, love its story.

Key Takeaway

Embrace imperfection, anticipate growth.

Themes

beauty imperfection hope storytelling

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • creative writing
  • philosophical contemplation

Key Concepts

existentialism narrative optimism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does acknowledging flaws inspire change?
  • What story does your life tell?
A Different Perspective

The view may overlook systemic issues that hinder progress.

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