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What does it mean?
This quote implies that the state of the world is so bad that God would be disillusioned.
In plain terms
The world is in a terrible state.
What can you take from it?
Bad times make people lose faith.

Where it applies

  • Discussing religion
  • Reacting to tragedy

Putting it to work

  • Expressing frustration
  • Critiquing society

Questions to consider

  • How does suffering affect faith?
  • What makes life hard?

Another view

It uses blasphemy which may offend some.

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