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Alexandre-dumas Quote by Tom Reiss

“-I'm going to heaven! I replied. -What do you mean, you're going to heaven? -Let me pass. -And what will you do in heaven, my poor child? -I'm going there to kill God, who killed Daddy.” quote by Tom Reiss
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““-I'm going to heaven! I replied. -What do you mean, you're going to heaven? -Let me pass. -And what will you do in heaven, my poor child? -I'm going there to kill God, who killed Daddy.””

Tom Reiss

About This Quote

A dialogue reveals a twisted desire for vengeance, turning a hopeful promise of heaven into a dark, personal mission.

In simple terms: A child seeks to confront divine injustice after personal loss.

Key Takeaway

Question the motives behind extreme actions.

Themes

revenge faith trauma psychology

Mood

dark tense

Type

dramatic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • family tragedy
  • religious belief
  • psychological thriller
  • character study

Key Concepts

Moral ambiguity existential crisis

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives someone to target a higher power?
  • How does grief reshape moral choices?
A Different Perspective

The quote may glorify violent retribution.

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