Army Quote by Cersei
“You're just a soldier, aren't you? You take your orders and you carry on. I suppose it makes sense. Your older brother was trained to lead, and you were trained to follow.”
About This Quote
Source TV Show: Game of Thrones, Season 4
Soldiers follow orders; hierarchy dictates roles of leader and follower.
In simple terms: Soldiers obey, leaders lead.
Key Takeaway
Understand and respect assigned roles.
Themes
authority
obedience
hierarchy
Mood
dramatic
authoritative
reflective
Type
Army:1
Brother:0
Game of thrones:1
Older brother:0
Soldier:1
Orders Carry:0
Brother Trained:0
When to use this quote
- workplace
- military
- family dynamics
Key Concepts
political theory
military studies
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you question orders?
- How does hierarchy affect personal freedom?
A Different Perspective
The quote may ignore moral agency of individuals.
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