In this world that God (or Mother Nature) created, it is always hazard and novelty-hazard and novelty-which assert themselves, thereby rendering notions of fixity absurd. Incongruously enough, however, when we allow ourselves to fully accept uncertainty, to embrace and cultivate it even, then we actually can begin to feel within ourselves the presence of an Absolute. The person who cannot welcome ambiguity cannot welcome God.
Tom RobbinsMy paintings are very strange - large and empty, like walls. Just the opposite of my writing, which is rich and juicy.
Tom RobbinsIf by the quarter of the twentieth century godliness wasnโt next to something more interesting than cleanliness, it might be time to reevaluate our notions of godliness.
Tom RobbinsSociety in general maintains such a vested interested in its cozy habits and solidified belief systems that it had rather die - or kill - than entertain change. Consider how threatened religious fundamentalists of all faiths remain to this day by science in general and Darwin in particular.
Tom Robbins