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“Faolan launched himself across the bridge, uttering a prayer to any deity that might be prepared to listen. "Let me reach her in time, let her keep hold, let this wretched apology for a bridge not crumble under my feet...” quote by Juliet Marillier
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““Faolan launched himself across the bridge, uttering a prayer to any deity that might be prepared to listen. "Let me reach her in time, let her keep hold, let this wretched apology for a bridge not crumble under my feet...””

Juliet Marillier

About This Quote

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

A desperate prayer seeks to prevent a bridge’s collapse and save a loved one.

In simple terms: Prayer tries to stop disaster for love.

Key Takeaway

Believe in hope during crisis.

Themes

love desperation faith

Mood

tense hopeful

Type

dramatic mythic

When to use this quote

  • rescue missions
  • emergency planning
  • personal vows

Key Concepts

Mythic quest sacrifice

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives you to pray in emergencies?
  • How to act when faith feels insufficient?
A Different Perspective

Prayer may not alter physical reality.

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