Enemies Quote by C.S. Lewis
““He felt that he must at all costs hold onto the knowledge that these men were unalterable enemies; for already he felt the old tug towards yielding, towards semicredulity, inside him.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Chronicles of Narnia – The Last Battle, 1956
He clings to the belief that his enemies are immutable, resisting the pull toward mercy and compromise.
In simple terms: Holding onto enemy image blocks compassion.
Key Takeaway
Recognize when hostility becomes rigid.
Themes
morality
conflict
compassion
Mood
dramatic
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- war
- personal relationships
- ethical decisions
Key Concepts
theology
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- What enemies do you view as unchangeable?
- How might mercy alter the outcome?
A Different Perspective
Compassion may be seen as weakness in entrenched conflict.
