Day and night Quote by George R.R. Martin
““Beware,” the woman in the red lacquer mask said. “Of whom?” “Of all. They shall come day and night to see the wonder that has been born again into the world, and when they see they shall lust. For dragons are fire made flesh, and fire is power.””
About This Quote
Source Book: A Song of Ice and Fire, novel unknown, 2005
The warning suggests that the marvel of dragons will attract endless desire, turning awe into greed, because dragons embody fire and power.
In simple terms: Dragons' wonder draws endless desire and greed.
Key Takeaway
Beware of desire that follows awe.
Themes
power
desire
myth
danger
greed
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
warning
mythical
When to use this quote
- fantasy literature
- game design
- marketing campaigns
- political propaganda
Key Concepts
mythology
symbolism
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- How does awe become greed?
- Can power be harnessed responsibly?
A Different Perspective
The allure may inspire creation, not just exploitation.
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