Another world Quote by Brandon Sanderson
““Steris had called the Path a simple religion. Perhaps it was. There was only one basic tenet: Do more good than harm. There were other aspects—the belief that all truth was important, the requirement to give more than one took. There were over three hundred examples listed in the Words of Founding, religions that could have been. Might have been. In other times, in another world. The Path was to study them, learn from their moral codes. A few rules were central. Do not seek lust without commitment. See the strengths in all flaws. Pray and meditate fifteen minutes a day. And don’t waste time worshipping Harmony. Doing good was the worship.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Way of Kings, Brandon Sanderson, 2010
The Path is a moral framework emphasizing doing more good than harm, valuing truth, generosity, self‑discipline, and humility while avoiding empty rituals.
In simple terms: Live more for others, avoid selfishness, and practice humility.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize actions that benefit others over personal gain.
Themes
ethics
self‑improvement
humility
generosity
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
guiding
When to use this quote
- leadership training
- community service
- personal reflection
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
religious symbolism
personal discipline
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide when an action is more good than harm?
- What practices help you stay humble in daily life?
A Different Perspective
It may be idealistic and hard to measure “good” versus “harm” in complex situations.
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