Godless Quote by Terry Pratchett
““Ankh-Morpork is a godless city--' 'I thought it had more than three hundred places of worship?' said Maladict. Strappi stared at him in rage that was incoherent until he managed to touch bottom again. 'Ankh-Morpork is a godawful city', he recovered.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Discworld – The Fifth Elephant, 1999
Ankh‑Morpork is depicted as a chaotic, godless city, contradicting expectations of many places of worship.
In simple terms: The city is chaotic and lacks a unifying deity.
Key Takeaway
Recognize chaos and question assumptions.
Themes
satire
city life
religion
chaos
Mood
witty
critical
Type
satirical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Urban planning
- religious tolerance
- social cohesion
- literary analysis
Key Concepts
World‑building
cultural critique
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the city’s chaos say about real‑world governance?
- How does satire reveal hidden truths?
A Different Perspective
The humor may downplay genuine social issues.
