Quote by William S. Burroughs

I think there are innumerable gods. What we on earth call God is a little tribal God who has made an awful mess. Certainly forces operating through human consciousness control events.

I think there are innumerable gods. What we on earth call Go

Summary

This quote reflects the belief that there are multiple gods rather than a singular deity. The individual suggests that what people commonly refer to as God is actually a localized, limited version responsible for problematic outcomes. It implies that other higher powers or forces, operating through human consciousness, influence and shape events. The quote highlights a perspective of diverse divine beings and the role of human agency in the unfolding of events.

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By William S. Burroughs

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