Created sick, and then commanded to be well. This is one of the first, easiest, and most obvious of the satirical maxims that eventually lay waste to the illusion of faith.
In his essay collection "Arguably," Christopher Hitchens critiques the concept of faith through satirical maxims, highlighting the absurdity of expecting someone created to be ill to simply become well through command. This statement emphasizes the inherent contradictions in theological beliefs that suggest a benevolent creator while ignoring the realities of suffering and illness.
Hitchens argues that such maxims undermine the illusion of faith by exposing its unrealistic expectations. By questioning the logic behind these beliefs, he encourages readers to reflect on the inconsistencies present in religious narratives, suggesting that blind faith often fails to confront the harsh truths of human existence.
