Colour Quote by Terry Pratchett
““If the Creator had said, "Let there be light" in Ankh-Morpork, he'd have got no further because of all the people saying "What colour?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Discworld series, various books, 1990s
The joke suggests that in a chaotic city, even a divine command would be stalled by endless debates over details.
In simple terms: Even simple commands get tangled in endless questioning.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions before acting.
Themes
humor
skepticism
communication
Mood
playful
satirical
Type
humorous
critical
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- policy making
- creative brainstorming
Key Concepts
philosophy
language
society
Questions to Reflect On
- How do endless questions hinder progress?
- When is questioning beneficial?
A Different Perspective
May exaggerate the difficulty of consensus.
