Quote by Terry Pratchett

Ankh-Morpork is a godless city--''I thought it had more than three hundred places of worship?' said Maladict.Strappi stared at him in rage that was incoherent until he managed to touch bottom again. 'Ankh-Morpork is a city', he recovered.

Ankh-Morpork is a godless city--''I thought it had more than

Summary

This quote from the book highlights a humorous conversation between two characters discussing the religious atmosphere in the city of Ankh-Morpork. Maladict points out the large number of places of worship in the city, indicating a religious presence. Strappi, however, dismisses this observation by stating that Ankh-Morpork, being a city, is inherently godless. The quote plays on the contrast between the religious institutions present and the general lack of spirituality or reverence felt in the bustling city.

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Humor Funny Religion

By Terry Pratchett

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