I definitely do think God is watching in season 2. Personally, I feel like the main reason she doesn't narrate is because it would interfere with the smaller and more intimate tone of the story. Season 1 is very sprawling, and Aziraphale and Crowley are more central in the show than in the book but still just two small cogs in a much larger machine. The second season though, is largely about them and their relationship, and I think it would be weird if God was constantly making comments. It would feel like an intrusive element in Aziraphale and Crowley's little world they've created. IMO it's likely she'll either narrate again in season 3 or play some notable role. But I agree, I don't think she's ultimately going to explain anything lol.
I'm sure God won't explain Her plan, but it would be great if She told Crowley and Aziraphale that She made them for each other. It would help clear up so much of their confusion.
Interesting idea! Personally, I think it's the most meaningful if they discover that, or come to that realization on their own. Otherwise, it's no different from Agnes telling Anathema that she's gonna sleep with Newt....which was kinda icky
@Sendarya I don't think it's the same at all. Crowley and Aziraphale have liked or cared about each other for hundreds (or thousands?) of years. They tried (badly) to declare their love for each other at the end of Season Two. Also, Aziraphale and Crowley were designed directly by God, arriving in existence fully formed, presumably made for specific functions. They have fallen in love and have learned they are in love on their own. God telling them this would just be a confirmation of something they already sense. I think it would be reassuring and feel special, not like they were stuck on a predetermined track. Anathema and Newt had just met and didn't know each other (their sex scene was definitely ick for me). I see the Good Omens universe having multiple possible paths (because of free will) that could reach God’s chosen endgame, with a smattering of things God directly acts upon or causes. Most beings in the Good Omens universe don’t know what they’re meant to do, or who they’re meant to be with-they’re just doing their best without direct guidance from God. For Aziraphale and Crowley to be made for each other, it sets them apart in a class with Adam and Eve. Their love for each other is eternal and if they can overcome their breakup, their love will never fade. The two of them would have always been together even if events had gone differently. There could even be a joke about this, like maybe God is annoyed that Aziraphale and Crowley are on Earth at all, instead of singing sweetly together in Her heavenly choir, if prehistory had gone in another direction. (Sorry this is so long-my imagination ran away with me and I was overtired as well).
god (maybe) started the universe like a snow ball rolling down a hill; with each new and always different individual crystal changing it's path. The she went on holiday somewhere warm. But not TOO warm.
I love the idea of Aziraphale and Crowley, finally arriving there after everything is resolved, having complained about her not talking to anyone for centuries, and there She is, waiting for them!
@@Sendarya Don't worry😂 I watched the video and I actually do find the theories quite interesting! I just really want God to tell the Metatron off for seperating Azi and Crowley in S3
"Who smiles all the time": see also: the Mona Lisa study Crowley has (had?) in his "throne room". In the context of the adaptation of Good Omens from the novel to S1, it made sense to do something with the very strong narrator's voice of the novel, and, since it was an omniscient narrator, making it God worked well for the story and the universe of the story. I'd like to think that, perhaps, the angels have unwittingly cut themselves off from God, by simply not reaching out and speaking to God (we only see Aziraphale attempt prayer once!), and leaving it to God to start the conversations. I also know that humans are generally considered the crown on creation, and it wouldn't surprise me if God was more bothered with the humans than whatever the angels are up to. I'm sure, in the fullness of time, when we've watched S3, we'll have more clarity, or could ask Neil for more clarity, if we haven't been given it already. I guess we'll have to... wait and see..!
I heard a really interesting theory or rather read it somewhere, that since God is the narrator of season 1 and Aziraphale's memories in journal are like the narrator of season 2, then Crowley maybe the narrator of season 3? Which would be very interesting since we know he's not a reliable narrator of the Fall, and I think that will be very important in flashback or some record of his trial for Aziraphale to finally learn the details of his trauma.
i usually don't comment on videos but i have to say, the moment you mentioned the smiley faces my job DROPPED. i had never noticed them, but i feel like everything is so meticulously planned in good omens that there is no way they're not related somehow. good catch and as always awesome video!!
Man I never clicked on a video so fast 😂 Also funny enough, in the back of my mind I noticed the lack of god in this season, but seeing someone actually make the question made me go "oh wait, where IS God??" She used to have those hilarious moments of narrating what two characters were thinking of a situation (the sisters in S1E1 and also that time with the neighborhood guy and Crowley's car on fire), and it's interesting that more moments like that could have happened in this season, but still didn't happen. Maybe it's to show that Season 2 is about the characters and their free will to choose things, so God doesn't narrate their story because it's theirs to tell, their misunderstandings to solve. (at least that's what it comes to mind when thinking that this is a story being told to us) Also yes we need a Jim video 😂 (because who cares if Everyday keeps repeating in my head all the time? I'll take your whole stock of Jims!)
I thought I read in an interview (so take with a grain of salt) that god was in season 1 to mimic the book narration to adapt it more cleanly, but since GO2 is a original screenplay it wasn’t necessary for her to narrate. I also would argue it was a story that was more personal and slow compared to the end-of-the-world scheme that GO1 had which would need narration or some type of introduction to what was going on over the span of 11 years
Maybe God intended not to interfere with Creation after Adam and Eve left the Garden at all, and Her early interferences were the fluke. I think God’s absence is because she gave all the beings free will, not just humans. She wants them to be free to make choices and to be able to experience things without knowing the outcome ahead of time. The alternative would be for God to micromanage the angels to a hellish degree, or to literally possess all the angels and humans to ensure they do what She wants, negating free will.
This is something I have noticed recently: You *do* actually hear God in season 2. Through Gabriel. When he quotes the lines God gives to Job. We hear it in modern day. Gabriel was not there for that, and therefore that was not one of his memories.
I like Frances McDormand's performance as God, but at the same time I feel like maybe God should have been played by a British actress because Good Omens is British. (And I say this as an American).
God stopped giving orders. But that leave Metatron with no job to do and no influence (power). I wouldnt be surprised if all this time, Metatron has been pulling the strings and giving orders as if they’re from God when he just wanted to keep his influence as before.
I can't belive I've been so disconnected that I missed this video! 😱 Hello Dear Sendarya, I've been missing you. I hope you're fine. As always you make really great questions and sharp points, I just loved this video. ❤ Too bad I just find out about the new project! It would have been lovely to participate. Send you a big hug, I really missed your video analysis, this was great!
I have two theories: My preferred one is that at least some of the angels--possibly working w/ demons--rebelled and somehow killed, banished, or put God to sleep because they didn't like that God was actually testing THEM (the angels) when She created humans--testing how angels would act around much weaker, more vulnerable creatures (hint: they use their power to either ignore or exploit humans, rather than loving them). Another (and I admit this has major obstacles) is that Crowley and Aziraphale are, in fact, without knowing it, two halves of God, split apart by power-hungry angels (possibly in league with demons?) to render the Almighty weak (they didn't have the power to kill God so they mutilated and disabled her, making God forget her power and identity). As earth-bound agents from opposing sides, indoctrinated to hate/fear each other, the two were never supposed to get near enough to each other to combine their power. When they do--when they perform the Gabriel-masking "tiny miracle"--it's colossally powerful.
Love your idea that God is actually testing the angels. What a great idea. I think the only one that really passes this test is Crowley-he’s willing to be destroyed protecting humans from Heaven’s destruction.
@@catfancier270 Agreed! Like humans, angels in this universe don't come off too well when assessed against most moral principles (love, kindness). On the other hand, what I love about the GO world is how hopeful it is about possibilities for redemption and healing--look how Gabriel said "yes" to love and "no" to destroying the earth, and the Anti-Christ overcame his satanic impulses because he loved his friends
I saw a post going around on tumblr about there being something metallic (like a bullet) in aziraphale's mouth (you've probably seen it) which is fascinating since it lines up with one of your theories about there being a magic act starting up before any of us think of it happening. So you most probably were onto something...
I'm sure than God influence in Job story for Crowley and Aziraphale is the moment with crows. When Aziraphale leaves, perhaps disappointed in Crowley and heartbroken for not being able to convince him to show mercy, what exactly makes him stop? The crows bleating. And this moment is one of the turning points in their relationships, when Aziraphale makes the choice to believe Crowley. That`s why I`m sure that God is betting on these two)
I had not noticed those smiley faces. Really interesting. I keep wondering how they'll deal with the second coming. I feel like it could be tricky, unless we never see Jesus, just a distant view like in season 1.
Well, once again I wish I could develop a more critical eye regarding GO. I’m still in a reactive state. GO has pretty much saved my mental health (during a long winter of a post covid period). Only sometimes can I suspend that to analyze details. As a result I miss a number of interesting things. Of course none of it is necessary for enjoying GO. But the mental challenges are a welcome state of mind. I do agree with your analyses almost always. And this theory is fascinating, especially linking it to quantum physics. Does god view the machinations of humans and supernatural beings akin to Schrödinger’s Cat? Whatever I contemplate here always brings me back to the comment “Wait and see…” 😏 Once again it’s a pleasure to read another creative theory you have shared with your subscribers.
Ok. So God is watching in Season 2 but not interacting with the characters (apart from Job, but then She talks in riddles and gives no clear answers) because She wants them to have free will and shape their own destiny, just nudging them in a certain direction to keep to Her Ineffable Plan. So why does she allow The Metabastard (sorry, I HATE him!) to ruin Heaven and make it bad (presuming that it was good in the Beginning when A and C were both Angels) and to split up A and C, when they love each other deeply and are obviously MADE for each other? Does She not care, or could it be that this is the way it is supposed to be (The Ineffable Plan) that they need to be on opposite sides to be able to work together to stop the Second Coming? After Season 1, A and C went back to the way they were previously in their relationship, more free, but still not actually TOGETHER properly. Perhaps God has split them up to make them realise that they love and need each other and make them move their relationship on to a more "human couple" type relationship? Maybe they need to sort out Heaven and Hell properly to feel completely safe to be able to move their relationship forward? After all at the end of Season 1, Azi says, "Do you think they'll leave us alone now?" and Crowley answers "For now". Perhaps they still didn't feel safe enough to change their relationship? Sorry for the essay. I have so many questions. 😂❤
No worries about the long comment, it's a great question! I imagine that sometimes hardship is required for change, and change is often painful. Also, imagine the "something bad" WITHOUT Aziraphale in heaven. I think you nailed it at the end, there. They aren't really free right now. There's a struggle ahead in order to gain true freedom So even though what the metatron did seems terrible, it may really be necessary to get a happy ending.
good video!! i never noticed all those smileys and it feels like a rly plausible connection to connect it to the smileys in the opening of season 1, especially bc we know there are so many easter eggs intentionally, "everything is meant".
I LOVED your dive into quantum physics! And kudos on spotting all those smiley faces everywhere.😁 Seen from this point of view, I think you are absolutely right about God being in Season 2, but in an undercover way. I also think she is more than a little curious to see how Aziraphale and Crowley handle their separation.😢 And she's definitely keeping an eye on the Metatron! (That scoundrel!) Anyway, thanks for making this, as always.🙏
Cool 😎 VERY interesting theory, I like it, and I like that you've tied quantum theory in with it. I do hope that God will be back narrating in S3, but it makes sense that she is watching her Ineffable Plan run from the background. I had wondered why her voice was going through Jim's when he was quoting the second coming prophecy. Looking forward to your next video on quantum theory and it would be great to see what you have to say about Jim😊💖💜🥰 thanks Sendarya! 🤓😎👌👍
If camera views from above reflect God’s observing, then Crowley’s earnest prayer in S1 for Her mercy on humanity (while he searches for the missing antichrist) apparently drew Her very close attention! I’m developing an opinion that he is - completely unsuspected by himself - one of Her dearest, favorite creatures! ❤ PS, is part 2 still in the works?
Hey there, I'm glad you liked this video! And I do hope that Crowley is one of her favorite creatures, too. At least I hope that she is listening. I have completed part two, Will Love Win? That talks about the other natural laws of the universe, in that case, Love and Gravity. Check it out here if you are interested! ruclips.net/video/MzB07r0okjY/видео.html
Thanks for this journey into physics, religion and philosophy. As always, amazing with what you come up with! As entertaining as much as it's educational. Love it! 💖
I very much enjoy your videos therefore thank you for your labour of love! Watching and trying to follow your resumes are a favourite pastime of mine while eagerly waiting for season 3.
Thank you for your wonderful analysis-videos. I really love watching them. I don't seem to be the best observer and I am so glad for all the things and connections you point out.
I think that God shows up to narrate when perhaps we talk about religious events like Job or the end of the world, but since the 2nd season is neither a religious event like the end of the world and neither a story written in the bible, God decided not to show herself but it is certain that she observes all the characters. It is also a symbolism to say that in reality we do not hear or see God but she is always present.
Well, they used god to narrate the footnotes the book has. Since the second one isn't based in any book there was no need. Besides that I think maybe realised it was a little too much. Not all their segments landed.
I really loved this video! It was really weird to me how in season 1 everything is narrated from god’s point of view and how in season 2 we just don’t hear of her anymore. Maybe it’s like it is with Hiob - she’s here, she’s trying to tell us something but we just don’t understand? I like the idea of the little nudges of god to put everything in place and back on track for her plan and also how you connected this video with your theory of Maggie (which I truly hope to be true).
I noticed some of those smiley faces. Honestly, they felt a little creepy to me. And I never connected them back to the opening of the very first episode! I really enjoyed this video that posits them as God watching over our heroes. Not so creepy now.
That was great! Am looking forward to the 2nd installment which I am guessing you will approach with appropriate gravity. ( 🙂) Have you read The Sparrow? (Mary Doria Russel) I think her take on ineffable plans, physics, religion and alien cultures/species would interest you.
omg the friggin smiling faces!! What I would like to know is: are God and the dealer the same person? What also struck me, in the screenshot with the Metatron the antique bust is directly beneath the giant floating head, and I've been thinking about this bust for some time.. A white head listening and watching everything that happens in the bookshop, suspicious
Great theory! Also, turn the sound way up for the final scene of The Clue/A Companion to Owls. Do you hear the very faint red-tailed hawk cries, once while Aziraphale is speaking and once while Crowley is? I’ve interpreted those to mean that *someone* is listening to this pivotal moment. Who else could it be but God?
My apologies that it isn't working, I thought I had a permanent one linked! Try this: discord.gg/UeXhKafmgS Hope to see you there, and also, thank you!
I recently listened to a book about the Baby Boom generation. So now I’m picturing God as a negligent Baby Boomer parent on the phone and watching TV (soap opera or sports) with no idea of what the kids (angels and demons) are getting up to, or how well (or badly) they are treating the pets (humans). I can’t come up with what the equivalent of TV and phone would be for God though.😂
I think there is another bet going on, but with angels this time. The emphasis on Job foreshadows the new conflict with angels. God is absent but aware, as when Job suffers. The Metatron fills the devil's role in season 2. God is standing back, allowing his angels to receive too much power & seeing who is truly still good and who is seduced by that power. God will be back in season 3 to separate the angelic wheat from the chaff, I am guessing. Should be good to see what She does. This is a very rough idea, and I may be way off base here, but it is fun to speculate.
Would love to know if prayer works in the Good Omens universe. Aziraphale’s prayer didn’t get a response. Neither did Crowley’s (his complaint to God about falling). Or maybe human prayers are more powerful? Since Maggie and Nina know Aziraphale isn’t human, might they be able to contact him through praying next season? Just a thought.
@Sendarya I'm thinking maybe in a church? We know in Good Omens churches have real Heavenly power (Crowley's feet burning, real holy water in the font). I think Aziraphale's portal might kill humans, since it discorporated even him.
Am I the only one who thought s2 was better and more enjoyable, from a story-telling, writing, and production standpoint, without God narrating? I like Frances McDormand as an actress, but I tend not to like narration in (largely) visual media like TV & film. I often find it distracting and hard to integrate into the overall experience--an annoying extra I have to pay attention to with exposition they couldn't work in otherwise rather than a meaningful aspect of the production.
Not at all. I think a large portion of the fanbase prefers season 2 to season 1, if you held their feet to a fire and made them choose. Those of course we all love both!
Reading comments on your videos I see many people view God as a narcissist or psychopath. I’m hoping God is neutral and Metatron is really the source of the cruelty of Heaven.
I love here voice it's great for god and ts ŕefreshing. However something must have happened to hear Otherwise the metal Trump would never had gained this much power.He has taken over heaven right under the noses from everybody.
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I definitely do think God is watching in season 2. Personally, I feel like the main reason she doesn't narrate is because it would interfere with the smaller and more intimate tone of the story. Season 1 is very sprawling, and Aziraphale and Crowley are more central in the show than in the book but still just two small cogs in a much larger machine. The second season though, is largely about them and their relationship, and I think it would be weird if God was constantly making comments. It would feel like an intrusive element in Aziraphale and Crowley's little world they've created.
IMO it's likely she'll either narrate again in season 3 or play some notable role. But I agree, I don't think she's ultimately going to explain anything lol.
I'm sure God won't explain Her plan, but it would be great if She told Crowley and Aziraphale that She made them for each other. It would help clear up so much of their confusion.
Interesting idea! Personally, I think it's the most meaningful if they discover that, or come to that realization on their own. Otherwise, it's no different from Agnes telling Anathema that she's gonna sleep with Newt....which was kinda icky
@Sendarya I don't think it's the same at all. Crowley and Aziraphale have liked or cared about each other for hundreds (or thousands?) of years. They tried (badly) to declare their love for each other at the end of Season Two. Also, Aziraphale and Crowley were designed directly by God, arriving in existence fully formed, presumably made for specific functions. They have fallen in love and have learned they are in love on their own. God telling them this would just be a confirmation of something they already sense. I think it would be reassuring and feel special, not like they were stuck on a predetermined track. Anathema and Newt had just met and didn't know each other (their sex scene was definitely ick for me).
I see the Good Omens universe having multiple possible paths (because of free will) that could reach God’s chosen endgame, with a smattering of things God directly acts upon or causes. Most beings in the Good Omens universe don’t know what they’re meant to do, or who they’re meant to be with-they’re just doing their best without direct guidance from God. For Aziraphale and Crowley to be made for each other, it sets them apart in a class with Adam and Eve. Their love for each other is eternal and if they can overcome their breakup, their love will never fade. The two of them would have always been together even if events had gone differently. There could even be a joke about this, like maybe God is annoyed that Aziraphale and Crowley are on Earth at all, instead of singing sweetly together in Her heavenly choir, if prehistory had gone in another direction. (Sorry this is so long-my imagination ran away with me and I was overtired as well).
god (maybe) started the universe like a snow ball rolling down a hill; with each new and always different individual crystal changing it's path. The she went on holiday somewhere warm. But not TOO warm.
Maybe She's been out there on Alpha Centuri the whole time?
A Deistic God is a possibility (post Christ)
@@Sendarya Maybe...but I dunno about that. If she were there would Crowley really be so eager to visit?😉
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I love the idea of Aziraphale and Crowley, finally arriving there after everything is resolved, having complained about her not talking to anyone for centuries, and there She is, waiting for them!
She and Satan are on vacation together, playing chess and drinking frou-frou drinks with little umbrellas in them.
"Cool, new Sendarya video!"
"...quantum physics..."
"Nvm"
😂 Well, in this case I do blame Neil and Terry. They quoted Einstein, not me!
@@Sendarya Don't worry😂 I watched the video and I actually do find the theories quite interesting! I just really want God to tell the Metatron off for seperating Azi and Crowley in S3
"Who smiles all the time": see also: the Mona Lisa study Crowley has (had?) in his "throne room".
In the context of the adaptation of Good Omens from the novel to S1, it made sense to do something with the very strong narrator's voice of the novel, and, since it was an omniscient narrator, making it God worked well for the story and the universe of the story.
I'd like to think that, perhaps, the angels have unwittingly cut themselves off from God, by simply not reaching out and speaking to God (we only see Aziraphale attempt prayer once!), and leaving it to God to start the conversations. I also know that humans are generally considered the crown on creation, and it wouldn't surprise me if God was more bothered with the humans than whatever the angels are up to.
I'm sure, in the fullness of time, when we've watched S3, we'll have more clarity, or could ask Neil for more clarity, if we haven't been given it already. I guess we'll have to... wait and see..!
Oooh, GREAT observation!!!
I heard a really interesting theory or rather read it somewhere, that since God is the narrator of season 1 and Aziraphale's memories in journal are like the narrator of season 2, then Crowley maybe the narrator of season 3? Which would be very interesting since we know he's not a reliable narrator of the Fall, and I think that will be very important in flashback or some record of his trial for Aziraphale to finally learn the details of his trauma.
That's a really great theory, and makes a lot of sense!
i usually don't comment on videos but i have to say, the moment you mentioned the smiley faces my job DROPPED. i had never noticed them, but i feel like everything is so meticulously planned in good omens that there is no way they're not related somehow. good catch and as always awesome video!!
Thank you so much, I'm so glad you enjoyed the video!
Man I never clicked on a video so fast 😂 Also funny enough, in the back of my mind I noticed the lack of god in this season, but seeing someone actually make the question made me go "oh wait, where IS God??" She used to have those hilarious moments of narrating what two characters were thinking of a situation (the sisters in S1E1 and also that time with the neighborhood guy and Crowley's car on fire), and it's interesting that more moments like that could have happened in this season, but still didn't happen. Maybe it's to show that Season 2 is about the characters and their free will to choose things, so God doesn't narrate their story because it's theirs to tell, their misunderstandings to solve. (at least that's what it comes to mind when thinking that this is a story being told to us)
Also yes we need a Jim video 😂 (because who cares if Everyday keeps repeating in my head all the time? I'll take your whole stock of Jims!)
I thought I read in an interview (so take with a grain of salt) that god was in season 1 to mimic the book narration to adapt it more cleanly, but since GO2 is a original screenplay it wasn’t necessary for her to narrate. I also would argue it was a story that was more personal and slow compared to the end-of-the-world scheme that GO1 had which would need narration or some type of introduction to what was going on over the span of 11 years
Maybe God intended not to interfere with Creation after Adam and Eve left the Garden at all, and Her early interferences were the fluke.
I think God’s absence is because she gave all the beings free will, not just humans. She wants them to be free to make choices and to be able to experience things without knowing the outcome ahead of time. The alternative would be for God to micromanage the angels to a hellish degree, or to literally possess all the angels and humans to ensure they do what She wants, negating free will.
This is something I have noticed recently: You *do* actually hear God in season 2. Through Gabriel. When he quotes the lines God gives to Job. We hear it in modern day. Gabriel was not there for that, and therefore that was not one of his memories.
I have no idea where god is but "Best Use of Quantum Theory" should be a category for TV Awards. 😄 Great video, great observations. Love it!
Aww, thank you! 😊
Ah yeah, I really like this type of voiceover, similar to the one in The Hitchhiker's Guide to The Galaxy. Don't Panic! And thanks for the video
Thank you, and you are welcome!
I have never been so amazed and confused at a theory video in my life.Always looking forward to your posts!
I like Frances McDormand's performance as God, but at the same time I feel like maybe God should have been played by a British actress because Good Omens is British. (And I say this as an American).
God can always change form (although we didn't even see a form, actually) or voice.
God stopped giving orders. But that leave Metatron with no job to do and no influence (power). I wouldnt be surprised if all this time, Metatron has been pulling the strings and giving orders as if they’re from God when he just wanted to keep his influence as before.
I can't belive I've been so disconnected that I missed this video! 😱
Hello Dear Sendarya, I've been missing you. I hope you're fine. As always you make really great questions and sharp points, I just loved this video. ❤ Too bad I just find out about the new project! It would have been lovely to participate. Send you a big hug, I really missed your video analysis, this was great!
I am so sorry you missed the project deadline! You could always email Cama and see if you she can accept one late entry.
Hope you are doing well!
I have two theories: My preferred one is that at least some of the angels--possibly working w/ demons--rebelled and somehow killed, banished, or put God to sleep because they didn't like that God was actually testing THEM (the angels) when She created humans--testing how angels would act around much weaker, more vulnerable creatures (hint: they use their power to either ignore or exploit humans, rather than loving them). Another (and I admit this has major obstacles) is that Crowley and Aziraphale are, in fact, without knowing it, two halves of God, split apart by power-hungry angels (possibly in league with demons?) to render the Almighty weak (they didn't have the power to kill God so they mutilated and disabled her, making God forget her power and identity). As earth-bound agents from opposing sides, indoctrinated to hate/fear each other, the two were never supposed to get near enough to each other to combine their power. When they do--when they perform the Gabriel-masking "tiny miracle"--it's colossally powerful.
Love your idea that God is actually testing the angels. What a great idea. I think the only one that really passes this test is Crowley-he’s willing to be destroyed protecting humans from Heaven’s destruction.
@@catfancier270 Agreed! Like humans, angels in this universe don't come off too well when assessed against most moral principles (love, kindness). On the other hand, what I love about the GO world is how hopeful it is about possibilities for redemption and healing--look how Gabriel said "yes" to love and "no" to destroying the earth, and the Anti-Christ overcame his satanic impulses because he loved his friends
I saw a post going around on tumblr about there being something metallic (like a bullet) in aziraphale's mouth (you've probably seen it) which is fascinating since it lines up with one of your theories about there being a magic act starting up before any of us think of it happening. So you most probably were onto something...
I'm sure than God influence in Job story for Crowley and Aziraphale is the moment with crows. When Aziraphale leaves, perhaps disappointed in Crowley and heartbroken for not being able to convince him to show mercy, what exactly makes him stop? The crows bleating. And this moment is one of the turning points in their relationships, when Aziraphale makes the choice to believe Crowley. That`s why I`m sure that God is betting on these two)
I had not noticed those smiley faces. Really interesting. I keep wondering how they'll deal with the second coming. I feel like it could be tricky, unless we never see Jesus, just a distant view like in season 1.
I agree, dealing with Jesus is going to be a trucky line to walk.
Well, once again I wish I could develop a more critical eye regarding GO. I’m still in a reactive state. GO has pretty much saved my mental health (during a long winter of a post covid period). Only sometimes can I suspend that to analyze details. As a result I miss a number of interesting things. Of course none of it is necessary for enjoying GO. But the mental challenges are a welcome state of mind.
I do agree with your analyses almost always. And this theory is fascinating, especially linking it to quantum physics. Does god view the machinations of humans and supernatural beings akin to Schrödinger’s Cat? Whatever I contemplate here always brings me back to the comment “Wait and see…” 😏
Once again it’s a pleasure to read another creative theory you have shared with your subscribers.
Thank you so much! And agreed, the biggest answer really is "wait and see", lol
God is playing her version of Where's Waldo, lol. ❤
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Ok. So God is watching in Season 2 but not interacting with the characters (apart from Job, but then She talks in riddles and gives no clear answers) because She wants them to have free will and shape their own destiny, just nudging them in a certain direction to keep to Her Ineffable Plan.
So why does she allow The Metabastard (sorry, I HATE him!) to ruin Heaven and make it bad (presuming that it was good in the Beginning when A and C were both Angels) and to split up A and C, when they love each other deeply and are obviously MADE for each other? Does She not care, or could it be that this is the way it is supposed to be (The Ineffable Plan) that they need to be on opposite sides to be able to work together to stop the Second Coming? After Season 1, A and C went back to the way they were previously in their relationship, more free, but still not actually TOGETHER properly. Perhaps God has split them up to make them realise that they love and need each other and make them move their relationship on to a more "human couple" type relationship? Maybe they need to sort out Heaven and Hell properly to feel completely safe to be able to move their relationship forward? After all at the end of Season 1, Azi says, "Do you think they'll leave us alone now?" and Crowley answers "For now". Perhaps they still didn't feel safe enough to change their relationship?
Sorry for the essay. I have so many questions. 😂❤
No worries about the long comment, it's a great question!
I imagine that sometimes hardship is required for change, and change is often painful. Also, imagine the "something bad" WITHOUT Aziraphale in heaven.
I think you nailed it at the end, there. They aren't really free right now. There's a struggle ahead in order to gain true freedom
So even though what the metatron did seems terrible, it may really be necessary to get a happy ending.
Thank you so much for these videos! They always make my day!
Would love a bit of narration maybe during the final episode of Season Three to act like a bookend to the series.
good video!! i never noticed all those smileys and it feels like a rly plausible connection to connect it to the smileys in the opening of season 1, especially bc we know there are so many easter eggs intentionally, "everything is meant".
I think Muriel is god that has been mind wiped by the metatron
The metatron has the power to mind wipe God? Wow, interesting idea!
Thank you so much for your videos ! They always make me think a lot about the details, we always lose one or two hahaha
Sooooo many details, lol
I LOVED your dive into quantum physics! And kudos on spotting all those smiley faces everywhere.😁 Seen from this point of view, I think you are absolutely right about God being in Season 2, but in an undercover way. I also think she is more than a little curious to see how Aziraphale and Crowley handle their separation.😢 And she's definitely keeping an eye on the Metatron! (That scoundrel!) Anyway, thanks for making this, as always.🙏
My pleasure!
Cool 😎 VERY interesting theory, I like it, and I like that you've tied quantum theory in with it. I do hope that God will be back narrating in S3, but it makes sense that she is watching her Ineffable Plan run from the background. I had wondered why her voice was going through Jim's when he was quoting the second coming prophecy. Looking forward to your next video on quantum theory and it would be great to see what you have to say about Jim😊💖💜🥰 thanks Sendarya! 🤓😎👌👍
If camera views from above reflect God’s observing, then Crowley’s earnest prayer in S1 for Her mercy on humanity (while he searches for the missing antichrist) apparently drew Her very close attention! I’m developing an opinion that he is - completely unsuspected by himself - one of Her dearest, favorite creatures! ❤
PS, is part 2 still in the works?
Hey there, I'm glad you liked this video! And I do hope that Crowley is one of her favorite creatures, too. At least I hope that she is listening.
I have completed part two, Will Love Win? That talks about the other natural laws of the universe, in that case, Love and Gravity. Check it out here if you are interested! ruclips.net/video/MzB07r0okjY/видео.html
Thanks for this journey into physics, religion and philosophy. As always, amazing with what you come up with! As entertaining as much as it's educational. Love it! 💖
Very, very nice. So much more to think about and consider.
I thought of Muriel when that smiling quote came up.
FINALLY someone addressing this
Thanks for covering this topic!
It's been on my list for a while. Sometimes it just take time for some useful observation of thought to percolate to the surface, lol
Once again, a great video Sendarya! I love the level of research you present here!!!!
Thank you so much!
I've been thinking exactly what you just posted here thanks ❤❤❤
I very much enjoy your videos therefore thank you for your labour of love! Watching and trying to follow your resumes are a favourite pastime of mine while eagerly waiting for season 3.
Thank you for your wonderful analysis-videos. I really love watching them. I don't seem to be the best observer and I am so glad for all the things and connections you point out.
I think that God shows up to narrate when perhaps we talk about religious events like Job or the end of the world, but since the 2nd season is neither a religious event like the end of the world and neither a story written in the bible, God decided not to show herself but it is certain that she observes all the characters. It is also a symbolism to say that in reality we do not hear or see God but she is always present.
Well, they used god to narrate the footnotes the book has. Since the second one isn't based in any book there was no need.
Besides that I think maybe realised it was a little too much. Not all their segments landed.
i love you videos! thanks for feeding my good omens obsession
You're so welcome!
I really loved this video! It was really weird to me how in season 1 everything is narrated from god’s point of view and how in season 2 we just don’t hear of her anymore. Maybe it’s like it is with Hiob - she’s here, she’s trying to tell us something but we just don’t understand?
I like the idea of the little nudges of god to put everything in place and back on track for her plan and also how you connected this video with your theory of Maggie (which I truly hope to be true).
I noticed some of those smiley faces. Honestly, they felt a little creepy to me. And I never connected them back to the opening of the very first episode! I really enjoyed this video that posits them as God watching over our heroes. Not so creepy now.
I'm glad!
One of your best videos. Thank you.
Then you so much!
Neil is at it again!
That was great! Am looking forward to the 2nd installment which I am guessing you will approach with appropriate gravity. ( 🙂) Have you read The Sparrow? (Mary Doria Russel) I think her take on ineffable plans, physics, religion and alien cultures/species would interest you.
Ahaha, nice pun! 😅 I have not read The Sparrow, it signs very interesting. I'll have to add it to my reading list
Yes agree.
Wait what?
omg the friggin smiling faces!! What I would like to know is: are God and the dealer the same person? What also struck me, in the screenshot with the Metatron the antique bust is directly beneath the giant floating head, and I've been thinking about this bust for some time.. A white head listening and watching everything that happens in the bookshop, suspicious
Who do you think the dealer might be?
@@Sendarya I really have no idea. Some force stronger than God herself? Humanity? Free will?
Great theory! Also, turn the sound way up for the final scene of The Clue/A Companion to Owls. Do you hear the very faint red-tailed hawk cries, once while Aziraphale is speaking and once while Crowley is? I’ve interpreted those to mean that *someone* is listening to this pivotal moment. Who else could it be but God?
Interesting!! I'll have to go back and listen
Thank you, your videos are always enlightening.
PLease oe question: how can I access the Discord channel? The invitation is invalid.
My apologies that it isn't working, I thought I had a permanent one linked! Try this:
discord.gg/UeXhKafmgS
Hope to see you there, and also, thank you!
I recently listened to a book about the Baby Boom generation. So now I’m picturing God as a negligent Baby Boomer parent on the phone and watching TV (soap opera or sports) with no idea of what the kids (angels and demons) are getting up to, or how well (or badly) they are treating the pets (humans). I can’t come up with what the equivalent of TV and phone would be for God though.😂
A negligent parent seems like a pretty good possible analogy.
I think there is another bet going on, but with angels this time. The emphasis on Job foreshadows the new conflict with angels. God is absent but aware, as when Job suffers. The Metatron fills the devil's role in season 2. God is standing back, allowing his angels to receive too much power & seeing who is truly still good and who is seduced by that power.
God will be back in season 3 to separate the angelic wheat from the chaff, I am guessing. Should be good to see what She does. This is a very rough idea, and I may be way off base here, but it is fun to speculate.
That only works if you start everybody off the same 😅
Interesting idea, though!
Didn't miss God in season 2.
Me either, and frankly, hope she does not narrate season 3.
I think God has turned from being a narrator to a player in the story.
Would love to know if prayer works in the Good Omens universe. Aziraphale’s prayer didn’t get a response. Neither did Crowley’s (his complaint to God about falling). Or maybe human prayers are more powerful?
Since Maggie and Nina know Aziraphale isn’t human, might they be able to contact him through praying next season? Just a thought.
Interesting idea! As far as I can tell, even Aziraphale needed the portal to contact anyone in Heaven. Maybe they could use the portal to contact him.
@Sendarya I'm thinking maybe in a church? We know in Good Omens churches have real Heavenly power (Crowley's feet burning, real holy water in the font). I think Aziraphale's portal might kill humans, since it discorporated even him.
Maybe God is the friends we made on the way.
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That’s beautiful.
I always thought Agnes butter was an incarnation of god because she’s the only one who could know true prophecy.
I beleive in the book it does explain that her mind is unmoored inn time. But interesting idea!
God appears at the end of the book & speaks to Crowley & Aziraphale, but they don’t know it’s him (/her/them).
That's true! The game of solitaire. All God says is "ineffable", though also seems to distract them from their conversation.
Why does the last list remind me of Neil Gaiman?
I love this observation, because in many ways, Neil is the God of the Good Omens universe!
Nice 👍 video
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Am I the only one who thought s2 was better and more enjoyable, from a story-telling, writing, and production standpoint, without God narrating? I like Frances McDormand as an actress, but I tend not to like narration in (largely) visual media like TV & film. I often find it distracting and hard to integrate into the overall experience--an annoying extra I have to pay attention to with exposition they couldn't work in otherwise rather than a meaningful aspect of the production.
Not at all. I think a large portion of the fanbase prefers season 2 to season 1, if you held their feet to a fire and made them choose. Those of course we all love both!
@@Sendarya Absolutely. I do love both.
ngl, pointing out those smiley faces kinda gives me the creeps 😂
Reading comments on your videos I see many people view God as a narcissist or psychopath. I’m hoping God is neutral and Metatron is really the source of the cruelty of Heaven.
Cool theory, but they don't need god to narrate the show after season 1 because they ran out of relevant narration from the original book. Right?
I'm still hoping to see Maggie turn out to be God all along 🙈
5:05 ish- those really don't look like a woman's hands. They look like a man's hands. Maybe Michael's?
They are Francis's hand's. She's older and has very sturdy hands.
A woman voice ❤
I love here voice it's great for god and ts ŕefreshing.
However something must have happened to hear Otherwise the metal Trump would never had gained this much power.He has taken over heaven right under the noses from everybody.
Thank you?
@@Sendarya It was meant as a compliment.However I had already taken my medication for the headache so fel Asleep
I ask myself this question every day. 🫠