Dark Quote by Robert B. Parker
““The ways of the Lord,” I said, “are often dark, but never pleasant.” “Adler?” “Theodor Reik, I think.””
About This Quote
The speaker suggests that divine ways are mysterious and often unpleasant, contrasting with a possibly misattributed source.
In simple terms: Divine ways are dark, not pleasant.
Accept mystery in faith.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- religious contemplation
- ethical dilemmas
- personal crises
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile darkness with belief?
- What comforts you in uncertainty?
Not all divine experiences are negative.