Connected Quote by Spike Milligan
“And God said, 'Let there be light' and there was light, but the Electricity Board said He would have to wait until Thursday to be connected.”
About This Quote
Source Comedy Sketch: The Goon Show, 1955
Divine creation is immediate, but human bureaucracy delays practical implementation, highlighting absurdity of earthly systems.
In simple terms: God creates instantly; humans delay.
Laugh at bureaucratic absurdities.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- waiting for utilities
- government permits
- project delays
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you cope with bureaucratic delays?
- What can you control in such situations?
Not all delays are absurd; some are necessary.