Bane Quote by George R. R. Martin
“Love is the bane of honor, the death of duty.”
About This Quote
Source Series: A Song of Ice and Fire, 1996
Love can undermine honor and duty, leading to personal ruin.
In simple terms: Love can destroy honor and duty.
Key Takeaway
Guard duty to love.
Themes
love
honor
duty
conflict
Mood
tragic
reflective
philosophical
Type
literary
thematic
When to use this quote
- political intrigue
- personal relationships
- heroic quests
Key Concepts
tragic romance
moral dilemma
Questions to Reflect On
- Can love and duty coexist?
- When should love be sacrificed for duty?
A Different Perspective
May romanticize self‑destruction.
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