Never invoke the gods unless you really want them to appear. It annoys them very much.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Calling on divine powers is risky because they may answer with annoyance.
- In plain terms
- Don't ask gods to appear unless necessary.
- What can you take from it?
- Invoking higher powers can have unwanted consequences.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When should you ask for help?
- How to approach the divine?
Another view
It treats deities as capricious beings.
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