Every day Quote by Sam Wellman
““One of the Indian boys says we must not pile any more wood,” said Kitty. “Why?” She looked at William angrily as if she expected he would lie to her no matter what. William was tired of trying to smooth things over. It was impossible in such a place. So he said simply, “Piles of wood on this barren ground attract cobras.” “Poisonous snakes,” muttered Kitty. “What else?” “I am going to pray every moment of every day For God to deliver me from this place,” muttered Dolly as she rose to put Jabez to bed. One””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle by Haruki Murakami, 1995
The characters argue that adding more resources (wood) invites danger (cobras), and they seek divine protection from a hostile environment.
In simple terms: More resources can bring hidden threats; prayer is a coping mechanism.
Key Takeaway
Beware of unnecessary accumulation; seek inner strength.
Themes
resource management
danger
faith
Mood
tense
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- survival in hostile settings
- conflict resolution
- personal coping strategies
Key Concepts
risk assessment
spiritual coping
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden dangers might your “extra” resources create?
- How does reliance on prayer affect agency?
A Different Perspective
The solution may not address underlying systemic issues.
