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“Perhaps God and the Devil danced hand in hand around every single electron.” quote by Patricia Highsmith
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“Perhaps God and the Devil danced hand in hand around every single electron.”

Patricia Highsmith

About This Quote

Source Short story: The Devil’s Dance, 1975

The divine and demonic may be intertwined at the smallest level, suggesting cosmic duality in every particle.

In simple terms: God and devil coexist in each electron.

Key Takeaway

Recognize duality in all things.

Themes

spirituality duality science philosophy

Mood

thought‑provoking mysterious

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • scientific reflection
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

Metaphysics quantum theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this view affect your sense of morality?
  • Can science and spirituality coexist?
A Different Perspective

Duality can be unsettling; may oversimplify physics.

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