Our legacy is so often out of our hands.

[There was a slightly wistful tone in that statement but it was not a line of thought he continued.]

The religions of various worlds are of less interest to me than what was born of one's own inspiration, without the pressure of outside authorities. Although they may be beautiful I cannot help but wonder what state of mind the artist found themselves in when conscripted to speak on behalf of the divine. The message is not easily translated.