Long ago Quote by Garth Nix
““I'll sing you a song of the long ago - Seven shine the shiners, oh! What did the Seven do way back when? Why, they wove the Charter then! Five for the warp, from beginning to end. Two for the woof, to make and mend. That's Seven, but what of the Nine - What of the two who chose not to shine? The Eighth did hide, hide all away, But the Seven caught him and made him pay. The Ninth was strong and fought with might, But lone Orannis was put out of the light, Broken in two and buried under hill, For ever to lie there, wishing us ill.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Seventh Tower series by Garth Nix, 2000-2001
A mythic tale of seven powers weaving a protective charter, contrasted with hidden and rebellious forces that threaten balance.
In simple terms: Seven forces create order; hidden ones disrupt it.
Key Takeaway
Recognize hidden threats and uphold collective safeguards.
Themes
myth
order
rebellion
balance
power
Mood
mysterious
reflective
cautionary
Type
allegorical
mythical
When to use this quote
- political intrigue
- team dynamics
- ethical decision making
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
symbolism
conflict
guardianship
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden forces influence your community?
- How do you respond when order is challenged?
A Different Perspective
The narrative assumes a clear moral dichotomy, which may oversimplify complex motivations.
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