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The seals that hold back night shall weaken, and in the…

“The seals that hold back night shall weaken, and in the heart of winter shall winter's heart be born amid the wailing of lamentations and the gnashing of teeth, for winter's heart shall ride a black horse, and the name of it is Death. -from The Karaethon Cycle: The Prophecies of the Dragon” quote by Robert Jordan
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““The seals that hold back night shall weaken, and in the heart of winter shall winter's heart be born amid the wailing of lamentations and the gnashing of teeth, for winter's heart shall ride a black horse, and the name of it is Death. -from The Karaethon Cycle: The Prophecies of the Dragon””

Robert Jordan

About This Quote

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

Winter's darkness is personified as Death, a looming force that emerges amid suffering and fear.

In simple terms: Winter brings death and dread.

Key Takeaway

Prepare for hardship and confront fear.

Themes

mortality winter mythology

Mood

grim foreboding

Type

literary mythic

When to use this quote

  • storytelling
  • game design
  • creative writing
  • psychological coping

Key Concepts

apocalypse symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does winter symbolize in your life?
  • How can you find strength during dark times?
A Different Perspective

Focusing on doom can overlook resilience and hope.

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