Myths make sense of life. There are two on p. 143:
"...time was always gnawing, the snake at the root of Yggdrasil." (p. 143)
"Flandry sat down and laughed. Why not? The gods, if any, did. I sometimes think we were created because the gods wanted to be entertained one evening by a farce - but no, that can't be. We are high comedy at least." (ibid.)
"The gods, if any..." is my theology. Gods are important in imagination, which is important to humanity, but, if they also exist literally, then they have yet to show themselves in the public arena. If asked to pray for the success of any enterprise, I would be able to say only," All gods, we ask your help. But, if you cannot or will not help, then we'll do it ourselves." That is intended sincerely, not disrespectfully. If there is Anyone there, that can help, then please do...
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Kaor, Paul!
And I do believe God is real, and revealed Himself first thru the Jewish prophets, a revelation culminating with the Incarnation, Passion, and Resurrection of Christ. With Him acting thru Christianity preserving and proclaiming that Message.
Ad astra! Sean
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