Being silly Quote by Terry Pratchett
“But…but you can’t treat religion as a sort of buffet, can you? I mean, you can’t say yes please, I’ll have some of the Celestial Paradise and a helping of the Divine Plan but go easy on the kneeling and none of the Prohibition of Images, they give me wind. Its table d´hôte or nothing, otherwise…well, it would be silly.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Small Gods, 1997
Religion isn’t a buffet; you can’t pick and choose doctrines at will.
In simple terms: Religion isn’t selective.
Key Takeaway
Respect whole traditions.
Themes
faith
dogma
choice
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
satirical
When to use this quote
- personal belief
- religious practice
- interfaith dialogue
- cultural festivals
Key Concepts
spirituality
institutional religion
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of faith are essential to you?
- Can selective practice coexist with tradition?
A Different Perspective
Selective belief can dilute meaning.
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