Quote by Zora Neale Hurston

When God had made The Man, he made him out of stuff that sung all the time and glittered all over. Some angels got jealous and chopped him into millions of pieces, but still he glittered and hummed. So they beat him down to nothing but sparks but each little spark had a shine and a song. So they covered each one over with mud. And the lonesomeness in the sparks make them hunt for one another.

When God had made The Man, he made him out of stuff that sun

Summary

This quote uses a metaphorical story to depict the origin of humanity. God creates humanity using materials that are vibrant and full of life, causing some angels to become envious. These angels then attempt to destroy humanity by breaking them into pieces, but despite these efforts, humanity still possesses a glimmer and a melody. Over time, the angels suppress these sparks of light and music by burying them in mud. However, the inherent loneliness in each spark drives them to seek and connect with one another. The quote highlights humanity's resilience and yearning for connection despite facing challenges and adversity.

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By Zora Neale Hurston

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