Quote by Christopher Hitchens

The man who prays is the one who thinks that god has arranged matters all wrong, but who also thinks that he can instruct god how to put them right.

The man who prays is the one who thinks that god has arrange

Summary

This quote reflects the belief of a person who engages in prayer. It suggests that the individual sees flaws or imperfections in the way things are orchestrated by a higher power, yet still believes they have the authority to give instructions to this divine entity on how to correct them. It implies a sense of audacity and a desire for control and influence over the workings of the universe through prayer.

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By Christopher Hitchens

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