Quote by Elie Wiesel

I rarely speak about God. To God, yes. I protest against Him. I shout at Him. But to open a discourse about the qualities of God, about the problems that God imposes, theodicy, no. And yet He is there, in silence, in filigree.

I rarely speak about God. To God, yes. I protest against Him

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their reluctance to engage in discussions about God's qualities or the problems that stem from His actions, commonly known as theodicy. Instead, they confess to frequently speaking to God directly, whether through protest or shouting. However, despite their reticence, the speaker acknowledges the presence of God, describing it as silent and intricately woven into the fabric of existence, like delicate filigree work.

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By Elie Wiesel

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