Quote by Salman Rushdie

I used to say: there is a God-shaped hole in me. For a long time I stressed the absence, the hole. Now I find it is the shape which has become more important.

I used to say: there is a God-shaped hole in me. For a long

Summary

This quote suggests a shift in perspective from focusing on the emptiness or absence of something, to recognizing the significance of its shape or form. The speaker previously saw themselves as lacking something, likening it to a "God-shaped hole." However, over time, they have come to understand that it is not the void itself that holds importance but rather the specific way it influences their life and existence. This implies a change from dwelling on what is missing to appreciating the impact and significance that this absence or longing has in shaping their identity and understanding.

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By Salman Rushdie

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