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Their chief is Crom. He dwells on a great mountain. What…

“Their chief is Crom. He dwells on a great mountain. What use to call on him? Little he cares if men live or die. Better to be silent than to call his attention to you; he will send you dooms, not fortune! He is grim and loveless, but at birth he breathes power to strive and slay into a man's soul…” quote by Robert E. Howard
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““Their chief is Crom. He dwells on a great mountain. What use to call on him? Little he cares if men live or die. Better to be silent than to call his attention to you; he will send you dooms, not fortune! He is grim and loveless, but at birth he breathes power to strive and slay into a man's soul. What else shall men ask of the gods?””

Robert E. Howard

About This Quote

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

He describes a powerful, indifferent deity whose influence is both fearsome and inspiring.

In simple terms: Powerful gods are indifferent to mortal concerns.

Key Takeaway

Respect but do not rely on divine aid.

Themes

mythology power indifference

Mood

epic solemn

Type

mythic adventurous

When to use this quote

  • making tough decisions
  • seeking inner strength
  • leadership

Key Concepts

fantasy heroic quest

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you seek power within yourself?
  • How do you handle indifferent forces?
A Different Perspective

Blind worship can be dangerous.

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