# Epigraph explained — The Way of All Flesh

> Chapter companion for The Way of All Flesh by Samuel Butler.

## What happens

The epigraph presents a biblical verse from Romans 8:28, suggesting a theme of divine providence and the ultimate goodness of God's plan for those who love Him.

## Themes in this chapter

### Religion and Doubt

The epigraph quotes a biblical promise of divine order, setting a religious framework that the novel may later question or subvert.

## Key lines

> We know that all things work together for good to them that love God.

Everything happens for a good reason for those who love God.

_This verse introduces a theme of providential optimism that contrasts with the struggles depicted in the novel._

## Links

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