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“I am the chosen of the Lord, for who He loveth, so doeth He chastiseth. But I be durn if He dont take some curious ways to show it, seems like.” quote by William Faulkner
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““I am the chosen of the Lord, for who He loveth, so doeth He chastiseth. But I be durn if He dont take some curious ways to show it, seems like.””

William Faulkner

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Source Novel: Unknown, possibly short story

The speaker feels cursed by divine love that seems harsh and inexplicable.

In simple terms: Divine love feels punitive and confusing.

Key Takeaway

Question divine motives.

Themes

religion existential literature

Mood

conflicted poetic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • theology study
  • literary analysis
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

Divine justice human suffering faith doubt

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why does love feel punitive?
  • What does this reveal about faith?
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