Cutting Quote by Anonymous
“A man who sees nothing has no use for his eyes,” the Mountain declared. “Cut them out and give them to your next outrider. Tell him you hope that four eyes might see better than two . . . and if not, the man after him will have six.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Mountain’s Tale, 1998
A blind man’s eyes are useless; the mountain suggests sacrificing them for others, implying that sacrifice can improve collective vision.
In simple terms: Giving up personal sight can help others see better.
Key Takeaway
Consider self‑sacrifice for communal benefit.
Themes
sacrifice
vision
collective good
mythic wisdom
Mood
philosophical
contemplative
Type
mythic
ethical
When to use this quote
- leadership decisions
- team dynamics
- ethical debates
- community projects
Key Concepts
altruism
ethical dilemma
symbolic blindness
Questions to Reflect On
- When is personal loss justified for others?
- How do we measure the benefit of sacrifice?
A Different Perspective
Sacrifice may not always yield better outcomes.
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