Children Quote by Ellis Peters
““Beringar: But do I seem to you a man who would kill, and in so foul a fashion just to secure the trash those children are carrying away with them into Wales? "Trash?" echoed Cadfael, mildly and thoughtfully... Beringer: Oh, pleasant to have and useful, I know. But once you have enough of it for your needs, the rest is trash. Can you eat it? Wear It? Ride it? Keep off the rain and the cold with it? Read it? Play music on it? Make Love to it? Cadfael: You can buy the favor of kings with it.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Virgin in the Ice, 1995
A character debates the value of discarded items, suggesting they can be repurposed for various needs.
In simple terms: Even trash can be useful in many ways.
Key Takeaway
Look for hidden value in what is discarded.
Themes
resourcefulness
recycling
value perception
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- survival scenarios
- environmental projects
- budget constraints
- innovation challenges
Key Concepts
utilitarianism
economics
creativity
Questions to Reflect On
- What determines when something is worth repurposing?
- How do we balance utility with safety?
A Different Perspective
Not all discarded items are safe or appropriate to use.
