Business Quote by Neil Gaiman
““God is a dream, a hope, a woman, an ironist, a father, a city, a house of many rooms, a watchmaker who left his prize chronometer in the desert, someone who loves you—even, perhaps, against all evidence, a celestial being whose only interest is to make sure your football team, army, business, or marriage thrives, prospers and triumphs over all opposition.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sandman, 1990
God is portrayed as a multifaceted, human‑like presence that supports and challenges us in everyday life.
In simple terms: God is a complex, caring force.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the divine in daily struggles.
Themes
faith
hope
humanity
mythology
creativity
spirituality
Mood
hopeful
contemplative
Type
mythic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- creative work
- community building
Key Concepts
divine agency
human experience
narrative metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this image of God affect you?
- What role does belief play in success?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations of God vary; not all accept this view.
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