Alice Walker's insights from "The Color Purple" reveal a transformed understanding of God shaped by experiences in Africa. Over the years, the spiritual perception of God has shifted towards a more internal and abstract essence, rather than a defined physical form. This evolution emphasizes that God does not need to resemble any particular figure, liberating individuals from traditional views.

This perspective allows a deeper connection with the divine, freeing believers from the constraints of specific images or representations. Instead of viewing God through a narrow lens, the understanding of God becomes more expansive and personal, encouraging a spiritual identity that transcends cultural icons.