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“Verence would rather cut his own leg off than put a witch in prison, since it'd save trouble in the long run and probably be less painful.” quote by Terry Pratchett
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“Verence would rather cut his own leg off than put a witch in prison, since it'd save trouble in the long run and probably be less painful.”

Terry Pratchett

About This Quote

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

Vernon would rather endure personal loss than imprison a witch, believing it to be less painful overall.

In simple terms: Self‑sacrifice over punishment.

Key Takeaway

Avoiding greater harm

Themes

ethics sacrifice justice humor

Mood

darkly humorous thought‑provoking

Type

fictional philosophical

When to use this quote

  • moral dilemmas
  • fantasy settings
  • legal debates

Key Concepts

witchcraft personal cost

Practical Applications

  • creative writing
  • ethical discussions

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does this say about personal versus societal cost?
  • When is self‑harm preferable to harming others?
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