Answers Quote by Norman Mailer
“As Kierkegaard was the first to suggest, we can never know where our prayers are likely to go nor from whom the answers will come. When we think we are nearest to God, we could be assisting the Devil.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Armies of the Night by Norman Mailer, 1968
We cannot predict how prayers will be answered or who will respond, and proximity to God may be deceptive.
In simple terms: Prayer outcomes are uncertain and may be misleading.
Key Takeaway
Remain humble and open to unexpected guidance.
Themes
faith
uncertainty
humility
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- counseling
- interfaith dialogue
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
theodicy
spiritual discernment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern genuine guidance?
- What signs indicate hidden influences?
A Different Perspective
Assuming certainty can lead to false security.
