Quote by Terry Pratchett
What a mess the world was in, Vimes reflected. Constable Visit had told him the meek would inherit it, and what had the poor devils done to deserve that?
Summary
This quote reflects the protagonist's, Vimes, contemplation on the chaotic state of the world. Vimes questions the notion that the meek would inherit the world while observing the suffering and injustice around him. He expresses frustration and disbelief, suggesting that those who are meek or powerless don't deserve to be burdened with such a turbulent world. This quote touches on themes of social inequality, the unfairness of life, and the disparity between the powerful and the oppressed.