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theological-doubt

Anne expresses skepticism about God's role in human suffering, questioning the fairness of attributing credit to God without accountability.

1 chapter across 1 book

The Sparrow (1996)Mary Doria Russell

26. Village Of Kashan And Great Southern Forest:

In this chapter, Anne checks on her companions in the aftermath of a tense situation, revealing her anxieties about missing members Marc and Sofia. A conversation between Anne and Emilio explores themes of faith, suffering, and the nature of God, culminating in a moment of levity amidst their worries, while the narrative shifts to Marc's perspective during a catastrophic crash landing with Sofia.