Since ancient times, the philosophers' secret has always been this: we know that God does not exist, or, at least, if he does, he's utterly indifferent to our individual affairs--but we can't let the rabble know that; it's the fear of God, the threat of divine punishment and the promise of divine reward, that keeps in line those too unsophisticated to work out questions of morality on their own.
Robert J. SawyerIt is either coincidence piled on top of coincidence," said Hollus, "or it is deliberate design.
Robert J. SawyerNaturally, one does not normally discuss plans to commit murder with the intended victim.
Robert J. Sawyer