Quote by Lily Tomlin

Why is it when we talk to God, we're praying, but when God talks to us, we're schizophrenic?

Why is it when we talk to God, we're praying, but when God t

Summary

This quote highlights the asymmetry in how we perceive communication with God. It questions the societal tendency to label an individual as "schizophrenic" when they claim to hear or experience messages from God. It implies a bias that dismisses or pathologizes the receiving end of such divine communication, while accepting the act of praying as a legitimate expression of faith. The quote invites reflection on the subjectivity of spiritual experiences and the subsequent interpretations within a social context.

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Prayer

By Lily Tomlin

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