Quote by Jonathan Safran Foer

SADNESSES OF THE COVENANT: Sadness of God's love; Sadness of God's back ; Favorite-child sadness; Sadness of bg sad in front of one's God; Sadness of the opposite of belief ; What if? Sadness; Sadness of God alone in heaven; Sadness of a God who would need people to pray to Him...

SADNESSES OF THE COVENANT: Sadness of God's love; Sadness of

Summary

This quote is a brief expression that highlights various aspects of sadness experienced in relation to the concept of a covenant with God. It alludes to the complexity of emotions associated with God's love, His apparent absence or distance, and the sadness that arises from not feeling like a favored child in His eyes. The quote also touches upon the sadness of losing faith, the uncertainty and doubt that can lead to questions like "what if?" Additionally, it mentions the melancholy of a God who is portrayed as alone in heaven and the potential sadness that comes from a belief that God relies on people to pray to Him. Overall, the quote suggests the multifaceted nature of sadness within the context of religious belief and divine interaction.

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By Jonathan Safran Foer

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