Quote by Douglas Adams

He hoped and prayed that there wasn't an afterlife. Then he realized there was a contradiction involved here and merely hoped that there wasn't an afterlife.

He hoped and prayed that there wasn't an afterlife. Then he

Summary

This quote presents a shift in the speaker's mindset regarding the existence of an afterlife. Initially, the speaker both hoped and prayed that an afterlife did not exist, suggesting a strong desire to avoid the possibility. However, a contradiction arises as he realizes that hoping for the nonexistence of an afterlife inherently acknowledges its potential existence. Consequently, the speaker adjusts his stance, merely hoping for the absence of an afterlife. This shift highlights the internal struggle of grappling with one's beliefs and desires, ultimately leading to a nuanced perspective on the subject.

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