Who steals my purse steals trash,” he said, “but who…
““Who steals my purse steals trash,” he said, “but who steals my sword steals honor itself, and him will I harry by wood and by water till I cleave him from his brainpan to his thighbone!””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Taking something valuable, like honor, is a grave offense; the speaker vows relentless pursuit of the offender.
In simple terms: Stealing honor is a serious crime; the speaker will chase the thief.
Defend honor, pursue wrongdoers.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- legal disputes
- personal vendettas
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does honor mean to you?
- When is revenge justified?
Relentless pursuit may cause collateral damage or endless conflict.