Change the world Quote by David Gemmell
““Hold on to that thought - and examine it, for there you will find evil's greatest weapon. What can I do when I am so small and weak? Why should I not steal a little, everyone else does? Why should I try to be pure, when it leaves me poor and disregarded? How can I change the world? Yet all ideas, for good or evil, start in the heart of a single man or woman. From there they spread, one to one, two to two, a hundred to a hundred.' 'You are flying too high for me, Gwydion,' said Lámfhada, stretching his legs and rising. 'I cannot follow all of this.' Gwydion rose beside him. 'Ruad was good to you and showed you a path to follow. You will show others. The more men who follow this path because of you, the greater Ruad's achievement. His death will not stop that. But if you despair, and take another path, his life will have been diminished. That is your debt, my friend.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Legend of the Guardians by David Gemmell, 1995
Individual thoughts can become powerful forces; moral choices arise from weakness, temptation, and the desire for purity, while ideas spread from one person to another, shaping collective destiny.
In simple terms: Ideas start in one mind and spread, influencing good or evil.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the impact of your thoughts.
Themes
morality
temptation
influence
legacy
Mood
hopeful
serious
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal dilemmas
- leadership
- activism
- community building
Key Concepts
ethical decision-making
social contagion
Questions to Reflect On
- How will your ideas affect others?
- Can small actions change the world?
A Different Perspective
Good intentions can be compromised by selfishness.
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