Quote by Stephen King

When his life was ruined, his family killed, his farm destroyed, Job knelt down on the ground and yelled up to the heavens, 'Why god? Why me?' and the thundering voice of God answered, 'There's just something about you that pisses me off.'

When his life was ruined, his family killed, his farm destro

Summary

This quote highlights the story of Job, a character from biblical literature. Despite enduring immense suffering and loss, Job still questioned why he was being subjected to such misery. The response attributed to God, although presented in a slightly humorous manner, suggests that there is a quality or characteristic in Job that evokes frustration from the divine. In a broader sense, this quote conveys the idea that sometimes we may face adversity without comprehending the reasons behind it, leaving us to grapple with the unknown.

By Stephen King

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