Weather is a literary specialty, and no untrained hand can turn out a good article on it
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God, so atrocious in the Old Testament, so attractive in the New--the Jekyl and Hyde of sacred romance.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects on the contrasting portrayals of God in the Old and New Testaments, likening them to the dual nature of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.
Mark Twain's quote highlights the apparent contradiction in the character of God as depicted in religious texts, pointing out the harsh, vengeful nature of God in the Old Testament compared to the loving and forgiving nature portrayed in the New Testament. This duality invites reflection on the complexities of faith and interpretation within religious narratives, evoking a sense of intrigue and skepticism about the nature of divinity.
Themes
GodOld TestamentNew TestamentDualityReligionFaith
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a discussion on the evolution of religious beliefs in a philosophy class.
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