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Better Than Revenge Quote by Cassandra Clare

“Cortana," he said. "Made by Wayland the Smith, the legendary forger of Excalibur and Durendal. Said to choose its bearer. When Ogier raised it to slay the son of Charlemagne on the field, an angel came and broke the sword and said to him, 'Mercy is better than Revenge.” quote by Cassandra Clare
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““Cortana," he said. "Made by Wayland the Smith, the legendary forger of Excalibur and Durendal. Said to choose its bearer. When Ogier raised it to slay the son of Charlemagne on the field, an angel came and broke the sword and said to him, 'Mercy is better than Revenge.””

Cassandra Clare

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About This Quote

A mythic sword named Cortana, forged by a legendary smith, is presented as a symbol of power, but an angel intervenes, declaring mercy superior to vengeance.

In simple terms: Power versus compassion

Key Takeaway

Mercy outweighs revenge

Themes

mythology morality power redemption heroic tradition

Mood

solemn reflective

Type

mythic didactic

When to use this quote

  • battlefield decision
  • heroic quest
  • moral dilemma

Key Concepts

symbolic weapon divine intervention ethical choice

Practical Applications

  • guiding leaders toward compassionate choices
  • illustrating the cost of vengeance

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does power become a burden?
  • How can mercy transform conflict?

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