Love Quote by George R.R. Martin
““Then Lord Eddard is a man in ten thousand. Most of us are not so strong. What is honor compared to a woman's love? What is duty against the feel of a newborn son in your arms... Or the memory of a brother's smile? Wind and words. Wind and words. We are only human, and the gods have fashioned us for love. That is our great glory, and our great tragedy.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin, 1996
The passage contrasts honor, love, duty, and personal loss, highlighting human vulnerability.
In simple terms: Honor and love clash with personal duty.
Key Takeaway
Balance duty with personal love.
Themes
honor
love
duty
loss
humanity
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
philosophical
dramatic
When to use this quote
- war
- family
- personal sacrifice
- leadership
Key Concepts
tragic
conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- What should guide a leader’s choices?
- Can love outweigh duty?
A Different Perspective
Focusing solely on duty can neglect personal bonds.
