Quote by William Blake
Thinking as I do that the Creator of this world is a very cruel being, and being a worshipper of Christ, I cannot help saying: the Son, O how unlike the Father! First God Almighty comes with a thump on the head. Then Jesus Christ comes with a balm to heal it.
Summary
This quote reflects a contemplation on the contrast between the perceptions of God, the Creator, and Jesus Christ. The speaker suggests that they view God as cruel in the way they perceive the world and its suffering. However, they find solace in their faith in Christ, whom they see as a healer and a compassionate figure who counteracts the pain inflicted by God with love and redemption. This quote captures the speaker's wrestling with the apparent dichotomy between a harsh God and a loving Savior.