I think this song is a criticism of people who search only for the "good God." I think VNV believes that the judeo-christian concept of a god is incorrect - not only is this god one of hope and love, but also suffering and pain... You may seek this benevolent power of the universe, but you'll also find suffering and tears... I often compare this song to the line in Solitary - "to the gods whose names we've lost and the ones who gave in vain"
I think this song is a criticism of people who search only for the "good God." I think VNV believes that the judeo-christian concept of a god is incorrect - not only is this god one of hope and love, but also suffering and pain... You may seek this benevolent power of the universe, but you'll also find suffering and tears... I often compare this song to the line in Solitary - "to the gods whose names we've lost and the ones who gave in vain"