O God, if there is a God, forgive him his sins, if there is such a th… — Evelyn Waugh Quote #53

About this quote

What does it mean?: The speaker pleads with a possible God to forgive someone's sins while questioning if sin actually exists.
In plain terms: If God exists, please forgive sins, if sins are real.
What can you take from it?: Faith and doubt can coexist in a single prayer.

The sentiment is abstract and depends on theological debate.

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