Evening sky Quote by Terry Pratchett
““Gods?” said Xeno. “We don’t bother with gods. Huh. Relics of an outmoded belief system, gods.” There was a rumble of thunder from the clear evening sky. “Except for Blind Io the Thunder God,” Xeno went on, his tone hardly changing.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Discworld series, The Fifth Elephant, 1999
Xeno dismisses traditional gods as outdated relics, yet acknowledges a specific deity, highlighting selective belief and cultural persistence.
In simple terms: He mocks old gods but still respects a particular one.
Key Takeaway
Question which beliefs you truly value.
Themes
skepticism
mythology
culture
Mood
thoughtful
ironic
Type
literary
dialogue
When to use this quote
- philosophical discussions
- role‑playing games
- world‑building
- personal belief systems
Key Concepts
religion
cultural persistence
selective belief
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a belief worth keeping?
- How do you reconcile selective faith with broader skepticism?
A Different Perspective
Even if you reject most deities, you may still hold onto some.
