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“Ain't it God's sword, fell from the sky? I thought it had to be passed on. Is it cursed?" Craw took up the reins and turned back to the north. "Every sword's a curse, boy.” quote by Joe Abercrombie
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““Ain't it God's sword, fell from the sky? I thought it had to be passed on. Is it cursed?" Craw took up the reins and turned back to the north. "Every sword's a curse, boy.””

Joe Abercrombie

About This Quote

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

A sword, once thought divine, is revealed as a curse, suggesting power can be dangerous.

In simple terms: Powerful objects may be harmful.

Key Takeaway

Beware of seemingly blessed gifts.

Themes

power danger trust

Mood

cautious dark

Type

literary mythic

When to use this quote

  • adventure
  • battle
  • decision making
  • leadership

Key Concepts

mythic symbolism fate

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is the sword's curse a warning about ambition?
  • How do you recognize cursed gifts?
A Different Perspective

The curse may be metaphorical, not literal.

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