Asked Quote by R. Scott Bakker
““. . . and that revelation murdered all that I once did know. Where once I asked of the God, 'Who are you?' now I ask, 'Who am I?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Darkness That Comes Before, 2003
A revelation shatters previous beliefs, shifting focus from divine questions to self-identity.
In simple terms: New insight destroys old faith, prompting self‑inquiry.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions, seek personal truth.
Themes
spiritual crisis
identity
philosophical doubt
Mood
introspective
philosophical
Type
literary
existential
When to use this quote
- personal journaling
- philosophical debate
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
theology
existentialism
self‑discovery
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “Who am I?” mean for you?
- How do you rebuild belief after a crisis?
A Different Perspective
Such revelations can cause existential distress.
