Quote by Doris Lessing

Man who is he? Too bad, to be the work of God: Too good for the work of chance!

Man who is he? Too bad, to be the work of God: Too good for

Summary

This quote reflects the existential struggle of questioning the nature and purpose of human existence. The speaker ponders over the conflicting aspects of humanity, contemplating whether humans are simply products of chance or creations of a divine being. The remark suggests that the complexity and potential goodness of mankind cannot be adequately explained by the randomness of evolution, nor can it be confined to mere chance. It illustrates the philosophical tension between determinism and the idea of a higher power.

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By Doris Lessing

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