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“But now, here she was, very wishful to pray, while not knowing how to explain her dilemma: ‘I’m terribly unhappy, dear, unprobable God—’ would not be a very propitious beginning.” quote by Radclyffe Hall
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““But now, here she was, very wishful to pray, while not knowing how to explain her dilemma: ‘I’m terribly unhappy, dear, unprobable God—’ would not be a very propitious beginning.””

Radclyffe Hall

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Well of Loneliness, 1928

A character feels deep unhappiness and doubts the favor of a higher power, seeking prayer without understanding.

In simple terms: She is deeply sad and unsure how to pray.

Key Takeaway

Find personal meaning beyond doubt.

Themes

faith despair identity prayer uncertainty

Mood

melancholy hopeful

Type

literary emotional

When to use this quote

  • personal crisis
  • seeking comfort
  • religious questioning

Key Concepts

existential crisis spiritual doubt emotional turmoil

Questions to Reflect On

  • What gives you comfort in despair?
  • Can prayer exist without belief?
A Different Perspective

Hope may be elusive when faith is questioned.

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