Company Quote by Terry Pratchett
“It is said that whomsoever the gods wish to destroy, they first make mad. In fact, whomsoever the gods wish to destroy, they first hand the equivalent of a stick with a fizzing fuse and Acme Dynamite Company written on the side. It's more interesting, and doesn't take so long.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Light Fantastic, 1986
Gods destroy by first driving madness, then using explosive means.
In simple terms: Madness precedes destruction.
Key Takeaway
Beware of escalating chaos.
Themes
mythology
destruction
madness
Mood
witty
darkly humorous
Type
satirical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- politics
- personal conflict
- creative writing
Key Concepts
divine wrath
escalation
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives people to madness?
- How can chaos be prevented?
A Different Perspective
Humor masks seriousness.
