Cheat Quote by Neil Gaiman
“A god's relationship to the world, even a world in which he was walking, was about as emotionally connected as that of a computer gamer playing with knowledge of the overall shape of the game and armed with a complete set of cheat codes.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, 2018
Divine perspective is detached, like a gamer with cheat codes, lacking emotional involvement.
In simple terms: God may be emotionally detached.
Key Takeaway
Consider the limits of omniscience.
Themes
theology
detachment
knowledge
power
empathy
Mood
contemplative
critical
skeptical
Type
theological
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- spiritual reflection
- academic debate
- personal belief
Key Concepts
philosophy
theology
game theory
Questions to Reflect On
- Does knowledge diminish feeling?
- Can a deity be emotionally engaged?
A Different Perspective
Omniscience can reduce empathy.
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