How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #4
(Isidore) and the thousands of other specials throughout Terra, all of them moving toward the ash heap. Turning into living kipple. (7.15)
What, did you think human beings were perhaps magically immune from the rot that will overcome everything? Because the answer is no. No, they are not. After that depressing thought, here's some videos featuring adorable kittens.
Quote #5
"But someone has to do this," Phil Resch pointed out.
"They can use androids. Much better if andys do it. I can't anymore; I've had enough. She was a wonderful singer. The planet could have used her. This is insane." (12.50)
Rich finally has an epiphany: he realizes that Luba Luft could have helped humanity persevere in the face of degeneration because her beautiful voice would keep works of art such as Mozart's The Magic Flute alive. Hm. Maybe Rick isn't just a law-abiding citizen hoping to make a few bucks—maybe he's actually an agent of decay and disorder.
Quote #6
"How can I save you," the old man said, "if I can't save myself?" He smiled. "Don't you see? There is no salvation."
"Then what's this for?" Rick demanded. "What are you for?"
"To show you," Wilbur Mercer said, "that you aren't alone. I am here with you and always will be. Go and do your task, even though you know it's wrong." (15.108-110)
Most deities are all about salvation but not Mercer. He treads his own holy path. In connecting other people, Mercer helps give them the strength to persevere even though there's no salvation. It's not exactly "God's son died for your sins," but it's something.