Quote by Terry Pratchett

And that's when I first learned about evil. It is built in to the very nature of the universe. Every world spins in pain. If there is any kind of supreme being, I told myself, it is up to all of us to become his moral superior.

And that's when I first learned about evil. It is built in t

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker has come to understand the existence of evil and believes it is an intrinsic part of the universe. They question the existence of a supreme being and conclude that if there is one, humanity has the responsibility to surpass it in terms of morality. This understanding may have arisen through personal experiences or observations of the suffering present in the world. The quote signifies a realization of the potential for people to rise above the inherent evil and strive for higher moral standards.

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Nature Morality Evil Moral Supreme Being

By Terry Pratchett

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