Evil Quote by J. R. R. Tolkien
“Speak no evil of the Lady Galadriel!" said Aragorn sternly. "You know not what you say. There is in her and in this land, no evil, unless a man bring it hither himself. Then let him beware!”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Lord of the Rings, The Fellowship of the Ring, 1954
Aragorn warns that speaking ill of Galadriel can invite evil, suggesting that words can summon what is not present unless one brings it themselves.
In simple terms: Words can summon or prevent evil.
Key Takeaway
Speak responsibly, avoid invoking negativity.
Themes
morality
language
responsibility
Mood
cautionary
mythic
Type
reflective
serious
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- personal relationships
- leadership decisions
Key Concepts
ethics
power of speech
temptation
Questions to Reflect On
- Can silence be as harmful as speech?
- What responsibility do we have for the impact of our words?
A Different Perspective
The warning assumes evil is external rather than internal.
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