Quote by Neil Gaiman

25 And the Lord spake unto the Angel that guarded the eastern gate, saying 'Where is the flaming sword that was given unto thee?'26 And the Angel said, 'I had it here only a moment ago, I must have put it down some where, forget my own head next.'27 And the Lord did not ask him again.

25 And the Lord spake unto the Angel that guarded the easter

Summary

This quote portrays a humorous exchange between God and the Angel in charge of guarding the eastern gate, where the flaming sword is kept. God asks the Angel about the sword's whereabouts, to which the Angel responds in a forgetful manner, implying that he had misplaced it momentarily. The quote highlights the comedic element of the situation as God chooses not to inquire further, suggesting that the Angel's forgetfulness is not a cause for concern.

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