There was no difference between the behavior of a god and the operations of pure chance.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A god’s behavior and pure chance operate the same way.
- In plain terms
- Divine actions and randomness are indistinguishable.
- What can you take from it?
- Question the distinction between destiny and chance.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does randomness diminish meaning?
- Can we differentiate fate from chance?
Another view
Many see divine intent as more than random.
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