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“He thought of the promises he’d made Lyanna as she lay dying, and the price he’d paid to keep them.” quote by George R.R. Martin
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““He thought of the promises he’d made Lyanna as she lay dying, and the price he’d paid to keep them.””

George R.R. Martin

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A character reflects on promises made to a dying loved one and the personal cost of honoring them.

In simple terms: Keeping promises to the dying can be costly.

Key Takeaway

Weigh the price of loyalty against personal sacrifice.

Themes

loyalty promise loss honor cost

Mood

somber thoughtful heroic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • making vows
  • grieving
  • leadership decisions

Key Concepts

ethics duty emotional burden

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are you willing to sacrifice for a promise?
  • Is honoring a promise always noble?
A Different Perspective

May glorify self‑sacrifice without questioning necessity.

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